VSSGW CALENDAR OF EVENTS
2011-2012

(Note: For concert tickets and schedule, visit www.VirginiaSymphony.org)

FRIDAY ~ SEPTEMBER  16, 2011

A Pre-concert Dinner was held at The James River Club in Newport News before the Opening Night Concert at The Ferguson Center  (5:00 cash bar ~ 6:00 Dinner ~ 8:00 concert).

THURSDAY ~ OCTOBER 6, 2011

     A Pre-concert Dinner was held at Center Street Grill in New Town before the Opening Night Concert at Phi Beta Kappa (5:30 cash bar ~ 6:00 Dinner ~ 8:00 Concert).

MONDAY ~ OCTOBER 24, 2011

An Autumn Wine and Cheese gathering was hosted by Judi Woods in Governor’s Land (6:00 – 8:00). .

Virginia Symphony Orchestra principal second violinist Simon Lapointe (center) was the special guest at the Virginia Symphony Society's Autumn Harvest Social on October 24, hosted by Judith Forehand Woods (left). Maureen Hall (right) is Events Chair for the VSSGW.

VSSGW Vice President Ann Bowe (center) was honored as "Member of the Year" at the Society's Autumn Harvest Social on October 24. Society Secretary Val Nelson (left), who, with her husband Bob, was honored in 2009-2010, presented the award, along with Society President Elena Duggan (right).

THURSDAY~ DECEMBER 8, 2011

A Pre-concert Dinner was held at Center Street Grill in New Town before the concert at Phi Beta Kappa (5:30 cash bar ~ 6:00 Dinner ~ 8:00 Concert). 

VSSGW Hosts Benjamin Rous

The Virginia Symphony Society of Greater Williamsburg was honored to have the Orchestra’s Associate Conductor, Benjamin Rous, attend its recent holiday party.  Mr. Rous, who is also an accomplished violist, discussed how differences in interpretive performance style can impact audience perception of the same piece of music. He played a musical interlude to demonstrate his point, and concluded his presentation by taking questions from VSSGW attendees. Benjamin Rous, left, with party hosts, Dianne and Ron Kienlen.

MONDAY ~ DECEMBER 12, 2011

Holiday Gathering at the home of Ron and Dianne Kienlen in Governor's Land (6:00 – 8:00). For Reservations/RSVPs, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall 

THURSDAY ~ FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Pre-concert Dinner at Center Street Grill in New Town before the concert at Phi Beta Kappa (5:30 cash bar ~ 6:00 dinner ~ 8:00 concert). For Reservations, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall 

MONDAY ~ FEBRUARY 13, 2012

    Valentine Party at the home of  Jerry and Martha Jean Howell in Yorkshire (6:00 – 8:00). . For Reservations/RSVPs, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall 

THURSDAY ~ MARCH 1,  2012

Pre-concert Dinner at Center Street Grill in New Town before the concert at Phi Beta Kappa (5:30 cash bar ~ 6:00 dinner ~ 8:00 concert). For Reservations, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall.

SUNDAY ~ APRIL  22, 2012

Board sponsored Corporate/Benefactor Cocktail Party at the home of  Linda Schaller in Governor's Land (4:00 – 6:00). For Reservations, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall 

SUNDAY ~ APRIL  29, 2012

Annual Black Tie Gala Benefit for the VSO  at Two Rivers Country Club in Governor’s Land.  Plan now to make up a table with your friends. For Reservations, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall 

THURSDAY ~ MAY 17, 2012

Annual Meeting & Reception at the Williamsburg Landing (5:30).  Election of officers and Member of The Year Award will be presented. For Reservations, contact Events Chair, Maureen Hall