Ten Years and Tons of Fun - Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art

“Ten Years and
Tons of Fun”
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
at Ligonier Valley
Tenth Annual Garden Party
June 4, 2011
“Ten Years and Tons of Fun”
Annual Garden Party
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
Ligonier Valley
T
en years ago, the auxiliary and SAMA management hatched the idea for
the Garden Party as a fundraiser for the Ligonier Valley Museum. The
Garden Party was designed to capitalize on the beauty of our gardens and the
Museum’s idyllic location here in historic Ligonier. Over the years, area residents,
Pittsburghers and others have marked their calendars to highlight the date for
the Garden Party and to note this unique experience as a key social event. The
Garden Party at the Ligonier Valley Museum has become a summer highlight for
the Museum and this community.
This very special event is recreated each year through the efforts, commitment and
hard work of an engaged auxiliary, a dedicated Museum staff and other volunteers,
each of whom work tirelessly to make this a wonderful evening for everyone in
attendance. Site Coordinator, Sommer Toffle, and event chairs, Sharon Vito and
Mary Weidlein, have organized an evening of verve, sophistication and fun for all.
The Garden Party is critical to the Museum’s fundraising efforts for the year.
With state budget cuts and intense competition for available funds, not-for-profit
organizations will be challenged to survive and thrive in the years to come.
Funds raised through the Garden Party provide support for museum operations,
exhibitions and programs. Your continued support is essential to the Museum’s
future success. We simply can’t serve our audiences—young and old, families
and individuals—without the support from donors like you.
This year’s Garden Party offers a change of pace from prior years but is anchored
still by the gallery exhibition and silent auction. Live acoustic music will add to
the party atmosphere. A reception format, instead of the formal sit-down dinner,
will provide guests with a better opportunity to mingle with friends and neighbors,
to relish the artwork of Rita Haldeman and Cliff McGuire, to consider that unique
silent auction item and, weather permitting, to enjoy the Museum’s gardens.
The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is proud to present the works of Rita
Haldeman and Cliff McGuire. SAMA is fortunate to have an exhibition of Rita
Haldeman’s paintings on display for the Garden Party. She lovingly presents a
rich tapestry of the Laurel Highlands’ scenic beauty. Her painting of our gardens
in full bloom captures the splendor and beauty of the Museum in the spring. Cliff
McGuire’s unique wall relief sculptures compliment Rita Haldeman’s paintings.
McGuire’s sculptures are inspired by nature. Each sculpture is a work of art crafted
to reflect his love of the outdoors. The Haldeman and McGuire exhibitions, like the
Garden Party, reflect the natural beauty of the area . . . it’s an enjoyable combination
. . . it’s a fun venue.
The Garden Party has grown to become a signature event for the Museum. I am
confident that the 2011 Garden Party will be a fun celebration and set the stage for
us to get together again next year here at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art’s
Ligonier Valley Museum.
G. Gary Moyer
Executive Director
“Ten Years and
Tons of Fun”
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
at Ligonier Valley
4:00
5:00 Reception with the Artists,
Rita Haldeman and Cliff McGuire
7:30
Auction closes
Cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres
provided by Ernie Vallozzi
Auction opens
Acoustic entertainment provided
by The Regent Squares
Cover: Rita Haldeman, Furnace Run, 2011
W
elcome and thank you for coming to Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
at Ligonier Valley to celebrate the 10th annual Garden Party, “Ten Years
& Tons of Fun.” This fundraiser is created to celebrate our current exhibitions,
Rita K. Haldeman: Seasons of the Landscape and Cliff McGuire: Nature in 2
½ Dimension and provide much-needed support for upcoming exhibitions and
programs. Your support throughout this evening also contributes to maintenance and
daily operation support of our beautiful Museum amidst the Ligonier countryside.
This benefit would not be possible without the generosity and perseverance of
many hardworking individuals. It was a delight to work with our Garden Party CoChairs, Sharon Vito and Mary Weidlein. Augmenting their dedication and tireless
efforts were the members of our Garden Party Committee, whose devotion and
generosity is incomparable. A special thanks to Graphic Designer, Bonnie Hoffman,
Decorating Chair Helen Thorne, and the Weeders and Seeders of Ligonier, for their
expertise.
I thank the officers of our Ligonier Valley Museum Auxiliary: President, Sharon
Vito; Vice President, Barbara Kravits; Secretary, Susan Endersbe; and Treasurer,
Bonnie Hoffman, all of whom do a fabulous job leading our Auxiliary in promoting
and supporting our Museum. I thank the other members of our Museum Auxiliary
for their continued support and dedication. Thank you SAMA staff and Board
of Trustees for your assistance and support. In addition, I recognize our student
volunteers.
We are grateful for our sponsors, donors, Ernie Vallozzi and his staff, vendors,
and everyone else who has donated their time, service and talents to make this
fundraiser a success. Thank you for supporting the Museum and enabling us to
exhibit American artwork and provide programming to the people of Southwestern
Pennsylvania. Enjoy and have a wonderful evening.
Sommer Toffle
SAMA-Ligonier Valley Coordinator
Menu
Hors d’oeuvres - Main Gallery
Whole Roasted Salmon
Selection of cheeses with accomplishments
Hors d’oeuvres – passed
Shrimp Cocktail
Stuffed Pizza
Crab Cakes
Egg Rolls
Tuscan Table Buffet
Oven-Roasted Roma Tomatoes served with
fresh Mozzarella marinated in
Olive Oil, Garlic and Basil
Broccoli Raab steamed and served in a
Balsamic Cream Dressing with Pancetta
White Asparagus roasted with
Parmigiano Reggiano
Fried Cauliflower with Horseradish Sauce
Pasta Ratatouille
Prosciutto and Melon
Dessert
Selection of Gourmet Cup Cakes
I
am delighted to welcome you to the tenth annual Garden Party at the Ligonier
Valley branch of the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art. As the new President
of the auxiliary, I stand on the shoulders of past presidents such as Helen Thorne,
Mary Weidlein, and others who have shown me the honor of their hard work and
willingness to put themselves out there for SAMA. It is truly a pleasure to work with
an organization that benefits all ages and interests. The unrelenting loyalty of our
auxiliary will lead us in reminding new members how important service is to the
community.
Sommer Toffle, our Museum’s Site Coordinator, exemplifies how our young talent can
show us the way to opening ourselves up to new opportunities and self expression. I
enjoyed her energy and knowledge in putting this event together. She and the SAMA
staff have worked diligently to make this evening a successful fundraiser.
We thank all who have attended and contributed to the silent auction. Please be
sure to support those who have advertised in this booklet as it is their generosity
and support that will keep our community a strong, vibrant contributor of the arts.
We also appreciate the participation of our featured artists, Rita Haldeman and
Cliff McGuire, who have inspired the evening with their beautiful exhibitions.
Enjoy the evening and all that this wonderful Museum has to offer throughout the
year.
Sharon Vito
Co-Chair
I
t is a great pleasure for me to be part of the 10th annual Garden Party for benefit
of the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Ligonier Valley. I extend a warm
welcome, and many thanks, to all of our guests and patrons for your participation
in this special occasion.
Through the tireless efforts of past and present auxiliary members and staff, this
event has developed into an important source of support for the Museum, and it is
always a fun and rewarding evening for all who attend.
My special thanks go to co-chair Sharon Vito, SAMA staff, auxiliary members
and, this year, to the Weeders and Seeders of Ligonier for making the lovely and
imaginative floral decorations. Without the careful planning and cheerful guidance
of Sommer Toffle, none of this would be successful. Thank you, Sommer!
Mary Weidlein
Co-Chair
“Ten Years and
Tons of Fun”
Garden Party Chairs
Sharon Vito Mary Weidlein
SAMA Ligonier Valley Coordinator
Sommer Toffle
Garden Party Committee
Jinny
Alexander
Polly Artuso
Beth Campbell
Terry Coyne
Glenda Dickson
Susan Endersbe
Betty Gamble
Gretchen Griffith
Bonnie Hoffman
Sue Kiren
Kim Kramer
Barbara Kravits
Gene Kravits
Nancy Lynch
Ann Macdonald
Anita Manoli
Donna McClure
Wilma McKenna
June Miller
Tad Murphy
Eve Novak
Margaret Palmer
Terry Palmer
Margot Reynolds
Cheryl Robertson
Madelon Sheedy
Chris Stouffer
Helen Thorne
Audrey Tostevin
Carolyn Turner
Gay Wasserman
Vernie West
Garden Party Patrons
Sponsors
Mr. & Mrs. Carl Campbell
SAMA Ligonier Valley Auxiliary
Mrs. Mary Weidlein
Patrons
Mrs. Jinny Alexander
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Artuso
Mrs. Georgia Ashbrook
Dr. and Mrs. Magdi Azer
Mr. and Mrs. Drew Banas
Ms. Phyllis Bertok
Dr. and Mrs. Joel Borkow
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Charlebois
Ms. Deborah Christopher
Ms. Ann Clark
Ms. Jackie Claycomb
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cole
Ms. Joyce Collins
Mr. and Mrs. George Conte
Ms. Terry Coyne
Mr. and Mrs. David Davies
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dickson
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dubaich
Mr. Rick Dudley
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Emanuel
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Endersbe
Ms. Diane Fives
Mr. and Mrs. John Fogel
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Friedberg
Mrs. Betty Gaston
Mr. and Mrs. Barrett Goddard
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Grill
Miss Hannah Haldeman
Miss Hayley Haldeman
Miss Shannon Haldeman
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Haldeman
Mr. and Mrs. William M. Hoffman, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Honaker III
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Hughes
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Isbister
Ms. Jane Johnston
Mr. and Mrs. Purnel Jones
Mr. and Mrs. George Kambic
Mr. and Mrs. William Kiren
Mr. and Mrs. D.J. Korzen
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Kravits
Dr. and Mrs. Scott Little
Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Louchheim
Mr. and Mrs. Fran Lynch
Mrs. Ann Macdonald
Mr. and Mrs. John MacPhail
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Manoli
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas McClure
Mr. Daniel McCue
Mrs. Sandy Mellon
Mr. and Mrs. Terrence Mooney
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Moyer
Mr. and Mrs. William Palmer
Ms. Margaret Palmer
Dr. and Mrs. Gerard Penta
Mr. Michael Philopena
Mrs. Betty Rahsman
Mrs. Anne Robertshaw
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Sandman
Mr. and Mrs. George Seifert
Mr. George Shaner
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Shearer
Mrs. Madelon Sheedy
Mrs. Peggy Shepler
Drs. Daljit and Usha Singh
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sirofchuck
Ms. Patricia Slack
Mrs. Helen Thorne
Drs. Roger and Constance Toffle
Mrs. Audrey Tostevin
Mr. and Mrs. Al Trezza
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Turner
Ms. Sharon Vito
Ms. Gay Wasserman
Mrs. Mary Weidlein
Mr. and Mrs. John West
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Willard
Thanks also to these
generous contributors:
Mr. Skip Allen
Mrs. Georgia Ashbrook
Mrs. Elizabeth Biddle
Mr. Scott Gongaware
Mrs. JoAnn Lightcap
Mrs. Teresa Stoughton Marafino
Mrs. Joan McCreary
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moeller
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Novak
Mrs. Shari Polacek
Mr. Louis Steiner
Mr. Timothy Zacchetti
Silent Auction Highlights
A Pre-arranged Full Course Dinner
for 8 People
Includes Food, Tax and Gratuities
(Wine & Cocktails will be paid separately by the Dining Party)
Please call
Ernie Vallozzi
for reservations
724-836-7663
Expires October 30, 2011
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Don’t miss your chance to
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bottle a batch of beer
and receive
two cases of
beer or a
5 gallon keg.
Silent Auction Highlights
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Latrobe Country Club
18 Holes of Golf
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Foursome package
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Silent Auction Highlights
Dinner for Eight
Enjoy the warmth and
hospitality
of the Ligonier Valley
Hors d’Oeuvres:
Carolyn Turner
Main Course:
Audrey Tostevin, Gay Wasserman
and Sharon Vito
Dessert: Ann Macdonald
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Silent Auction Donors
Amica’s
Polly Artuso
Doris Bullens
Beads of Bliss
Betsy’s of Ligonier
Cairns Agway
Cozy Inn Pet Resort & Spa
Diamond Café
Glenda Dickson
Dovecote
Susan Endersbe
Equine Chic
The Estate of Jody Zimovan
The Finishing Touch
Full Pint Brewing Company
Fused Earth
G-Squared Gallery
Betty Gamble
Gerty’s Attic
Gilliland Fine Art
Graham’s Antique Mall
Green Gables Restaurant
Gretchen Griffith
Highland Heating
Bonnie Hoffman
Humberger’s Beads & Things
James Vincent Salon
Kathy’s Kreations
Sue Kiren
Barbara & Gene Kravits
Ligonier Country Club
Ligonier Golf Shop
Ligonier’s Loft
Ligonier Pharmacy
Ligonier Valley Historical Society
Living Treasures Park
Log Cabin Herbs
Nancy Lynch
Ann Macdonald
Main Exhibit Gallery &
Sirofchuck Studios
Anita Manoli
Martin’s Specialty Shop
Donna McClure
Dan McCue
Mommy Gear
Mountain Playhouse
Eve Novak
Out of the Fire Café
Margaret Overholt
Pamela’s Golden Touch
The Paper House
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pittsburgh Penguins
Post & Rail
Rachel’s Ligonier Floral
Rosalie Jioio’s Little Italy
Margot Reynolds
Rivertowne Pourhouse
SAMA-Ligonier Valley
Auxiliary
Sarnelli’s Market
Second Chapter Books
Madelon Sheedy
Peggy Shepler
Pat Slack
The Stationery Shop
Tantlinger’s Greenhouse
Helen Thorne
Sommer Toffle
Tree House
Carolyn Turner
Unity Printing
Valley Players of Ligonier
Vallozzi’s
Sharon Vito – Doncaster
Vernie West
Whispering Pine Antiques
Silent Auction Participating Artists
Lauren Adams
Barbara Bush
Doreen Curry
Ron Donoughe
Michael Dubaich
Tom Duran
Brian Ferrell
Br. Mark Floreanini, OSB
Bud Gibbons
Rita Haldeman
William M. Hoffman, Jr.
Bonnie Hoffman
Paint Out
August 26-28
Richard Hower
Jolene Joyner
Cliff McGuire
Joan Mudge
Ted Mudge
Martha Murphy
Linda Harrill Peck
Kathy Sabato
Jonelle Summerfield
Helen Thorne
Ralph C. Welsh, III
SAMA Ligonier Valley celebrates its 3rd annual Paint
Out this August. Dozens of artists will paint, en plein
air, the picturesque Ligonier countryside during the
weekend, and SAMA will hold a wet sale on Sunday
for a one-time-only opportunity to purchase these
paintings.
Wet Sale – 1 to 4 p.m. – August 28
About the SAMA Ligonier Auxiliary
The Auxiliary of the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Ligonier Valley, initiated in 2000, has provided financial and volunteer support to the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art. Yearly dues are $25.00. The Auxiliary meets monthly at the
Museum. We are always looking for and welcoming new members.
Call 724-238-6015.
Animal House:
Works by Helen Gorsuch
and George Wazenegger
August 12 - November 5
From the raku-fired ceramic animals of Helen Gorsuch to the
mixed media wood-collage architectural creations of George
Wazenegger, this exhibition brings together the playful, whimsical works of two regional artists in an exhibition certain to
appeal to all ages.
Opening reception - 6 to 8 p.m. August 13
(724) 238-6015
www.sama-art.org
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Opening Reception
Saturday, July 16, 2011, 6-8 pm
E X H I B I T I O N
July 16, 2011-August 26, 2011
Rowe Gallery,
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Greensburg, PA
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Sponsored by SPCArts
November 18, 2011- February 12, 2012
Opening Reception
November 19, 2011
6-8 pm
Sponsored by
Southwestern Pennsylvania
Council for the Arts, Inc.
www.spcarts.org
Hosted by the
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
at Ligonier Valley
www.sama-art.org
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