DEB Newsletter

The Symphony League of Beaumont Debutante Season has been a busy one. So many volunteers have worked to put together our educational events and social activities over the last several months.

The Season began with a Party Outback at the home of Teri and Glen Morgan. Shelley Williams and her committee put together this spectacular party complete with hot pink boas for each debutante and lais for the escorts. Cheddars donated the food and it was unbelievable…shrimp, chicken, & ribs, complete with veggies and plate-sized cookies. The girls carried home tote bags that read “You go girl” as a memory of the evening.

The debs brought their escorts to the etiquette luncheon at Bryan’s 797 on August 24. I had the privilege of teaching this very attentive crowd. Our thanks need to go to Dana and Wayne Reaud for underwriting this event.

The girls, their fathers and escorts learned to dance the waltz on September 7. Bonnie McDaniel and Bonnie Cokinos again led the dancing with Diane Verde and her committee providing refreshments and fun for the whole crew. Thank you, Diane.

Carol and Terry Chilton hosted the Pre-Concert Dinner that was chaired by Paula Townsend and her fantastic committee. We had dinner under the trees, with a string serenade. The girls received instruction on Symphony etiquette and then were able to enjoy what was for many of them, their first Symphony. I had a great view of the stage and of the girls’ faces. Their delight was evident and a joy to watch.

Tanya Henderson organized the traditional Ranch Party at Cathie and Brian Ellis’ home on September 21. Even the all day rain could not dampen this party that was attended by Debutantes and their parents, as well as the escorts and their parents. Kudos to Mike Smith for his generous heart and great cooking!

Carol Smith orchestrated a very elegant Past President’s Tea at the John & Mary Gray Library on September 28.

The season concluded this past weekend with the Debutante Ball on October 4 at the transformed Harvest Club. It was a magical night, master-minded by Chelsea Brandimarte, Ball Chairman. The presentation was elegant and flawless. The debutantes, their escorts, families and underwriters danced the night away to the sounds of Fantasia.

Linda and Brad Brock hosted the Butterfly Brunch which was chaired by Janelle Templeton and her great committee. The debutantes and their parents were welcomed into the Brock’s home by piano music. The brunch was enjoyed beneath a tent on the front lawn. I was able to talk one last time to the 2003 Debutantes, reminding them of all the things we have learned together during the Season. They released their butterflies after whispering wishes meant for the ears of God. May God grant them all the desires of their heart.

Cheryl Christopher - Debutante Chairman 2003, Symphony League of Beaumont