Programs

Alice Delano Weekes

Alice Delano Weekes, a cousin of the Townsends of Raynham Hall, was a professional dancer who in this 1919 photograph by the Apeda Studio is wearing the costume designed by Leon Bakst that she wore in the ballet “Aphrodite” by famed choreographer Michel Fokine. The ballet opened in New York City at the Century Theatre in 1919, and was described by New York Times critic Alexander Woolcott as “a sumptuous, multitudinous pageant, with the marvelous Fokine Ballet, of which the beauty makes you swoon…” Miss Weekes is one of the four Alices who are the subject of an exhibition at Raynham Hall Museum called “A Scrap-Book for the Ages: Four Generations of Alices of the Weekes Family,” which runs through July of 2012.

The Board of Trustees
of the Friends of Raynham Hall
cordially invites you to join them for
a Valentine’s soirée honoring
Sarane H. Ross, Barker Welfare Foundation
and
Huyler C. Held, Gerry Charitable Trust
at The Creek
in Locust Valley
Friday, February 10th, 2012

Benefit Committee Co-Chairs:
Diana Collins, Kay Hutchins Sato, Townsend Weekes

Junior Benefit Committee Chair:
Abby Weir

The Trustees of the Friends of Raynham Hall Museum
wish to thank the following for their support of this event:

OUR CO-CHAIRS:
Diana Collins
Dr. Kay Hutchins Sato
Townsend Weekes
Abby Weir

CORPORATE UNDERWRITERS:

Bovis Lend Lease
Humes & Wagner Attorneys at Law




INDIVIDUAL UNDERWRITERS:
Barbara Adelhardt       Rosemary Bourne
Rebecca & Charles Finelli
Joseph Michael Thomas, in memory of Peyton S. Patterson
Brad and Phyllis Weekes

DYONISUS SPONSORS:
Barbara Adelhardt       Mickey and Maureen Brennan
Liz & Larry Brown       Constance M. Cincotta
Alex & Antoinette Hatzopoulos       Jim & Rita Roselle
Debbie Lane and Testa Wines of the World

EROS SPONSORS:
Karen & Allen J. Underwood II       Bob & Deb Hussey
Emily & Franklin Hill Perrell

Live Auction Items for the event include...

A week-long stay in May or June of 2013 for six in beautiful Ile Rousse, Corsica, in an elegant apartment a stone's throw from the Mediterranean. Stroll the beaches and the towns, explore the historic birthplace of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, experience an island at the crossroads of France and Italy. Courtesy of Emanuela Corielli Gerard.

Enjoy a round of golf for four on the beautiful Bridge Golf Course in Bridgehampton. After an astounding round of golf, relax with a delicious gourmet lunch in the Bridge's dining room. Courtesy of Mickey & Maureen Brennan.

One week of fun in the heart of Park City, Utah! Just steps to the Town Lift for skiing and snowboarding. Walk out your door to enjoy the Main Street shops, clubs, and restaurants, along with miles of skiing/hiking trails. With open communal spaces, private bedroom suites, two car garage, vaulted spaces, private patio, and hot tub. Sleeps 6. Courtesy of Liz and Larry Brown.

This deluxe package includes a beautiful Goddess Garden Bench, courtesy of Martin Viette Nurseries. Also included is an amazing donation of 500 daffodil bulbs jointly donated by Dodds & Eder and Townsend and Diana Weeks, and planted by Dodds & Eder. Finally, enjoy a one-hour consultation with renowned horticulturist Richard Weir.

Our thrilling "Raise the Spirits" event formal dinner for twelve catered by the wonderful Jack Halyard's, in the historic Raynham Hall Museum, followed by dessert and dancing at our fabulous Halloween Costume Ball under a tent in our garden. This special evening will be catered along with fine wine and beverages donated by Testa Wines of the World.

Entertain 25 friends at an elegant cocktail party in the privacy of your own home. Your private affair will be courtesy of Natalia and Daniele Messina of Messina Market of East Norwich and Testa Wines of the World. In addition, piano virtuoso John Schwartzberg will offer the wonderful sounds of your favorite jazz played on your own piano.

The Legends Yankee Experience, includes four V.I.P tickets, seven rows behind home plate, to the Yankee game of your choice (excluding opening day). Package includes V.I.P. parking, V.I.P. seats, plus a wide array of food and beverages served to you while you enjoy the game in the luxurious Legends Suite. Courtesy of Chuck and Ellen Hobbs.