A Writer’s Garden Literary Luncheon Series2010-2011

A Writer’s GardenLiterary Series

2010-2011

A Writer’s Garden Literary Series

Thanks to the overwhelming response from you, our audience, A Writer’s Garden begins its fourth season with exciting new events and expanded programs. The series opens with En Plein Air, a creative workshop you and your friends won’t want to miss. Our popular Literary Series and Symposium return with renowned authors sharing their bestselling works in exclusive Dallas engagements. Our wonderful holiday programs, a spectacular Christmas Brunch and an elegant Valentine Tea, feature special guests whose stories are sure to entertain and inspire. For over twenty years, the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has worked tirelessly to create the magnificent formal landscapes of A Woman’s Garden. This world-renowned display garden, unique to the Dallas Arboretum, was created as a tribute to the spirit of all women across generations. Your participation in our unique fundraising series, A Writer’s Garden, enables us to continue building and maintaining a spectacular garden of timeless design that draws visitors from all over the world to the Dallas Arboretum. We hope that you will join the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden for these exciting and enriching programs. The magic of literature and gardens await you at this year’s A Writer’s Garden.

Sharon Barbee Glenda CotnerPresident, Women’s Council Chairman, A Writer’s Garden

PROLOGUE:A WOMAN’S GARDEN EN PLEIN AIR

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10 AM to 12 PMThe Gazebo in A Woman’s Garden

(Rain Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2010)

Join artist Judy Campbell in an exciting new interactive workshop that explores the garden as a source of creativity and inspiration. Leading artists will conduct sessions in photography, painting, drawing, journaling and gardening. Whether a hobbyist, an accomplished enthusiast, or just simply curious, En Plein Air will stir your imagination and sharpen your senses. Don’t let your friends or spouses miss this new event!

CHAPTER ONE:trials and triumphs of gardening: the misadventures of a southern gardener

LuncheonThursday, October 14, 2010

11 AM to 1 PM Rosine Hall

Presented by Chip Callaway, Greensboro, North Carolina

Noted landscape architect Chip Callaway has researched and restored hundreds of important historic mansions, plantations, and estates from Nantucket to Palm Beach. A natural storyteller and sought-after speaker, Chip has delighted audiences from coast to coast and was featured speaker at the 2010 Charleston Historical Society’s Spring Symposium. His Southern garden designs have been published in Southern Accents, Southern Living, The Antiques Magazine, and Garden and Gun.

A WRITER’S GARDENLITERARY SERIES

A Writer’s Garden returns in its fourth season with an expanded format and a whole new story to tell! What better place to begin our best-selling Literary Series than in the very heart of A Woman’s Garden where fun, inspiration and discovery await all who enter. Join us for an exceptional series featuring internationally recognized speakers and best-selling authors whose works celebrate history, intrigue, whimsy and humor.

HONORARY CHAIRMANShirley McIntyre

CHAIRMANGlenda Krottinger Cotner

ASSISTANT CHAIRMANTABLE SALESMichele Mew

TREASURER RESERVATIONS PUBLIC RELATIONS Nancy Murphy Linda Spina Deborah Brown

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Sharon Ballew, Judy Birchfield, Len Bourland, Jaclyn Braddy,Diane Brierley, Judy Campbell, Dorothy Castle, Cynthia Cathcart,

Fran Clem, Nancy Connor, Susan Cooper, Mary Lee Cox, Linda DeFee, Marsha Dowler, Marcia French, Renée Querbes Farren, Jill Goldberg, Cathy Hawley, Sydney Reid-Hedge, Bettina Hennessy, Linda Huffhines, Patricia Keene, Jo Anne McCullough, Helen Nixon,

Katherine Phillips, Paula Scofield, Susan Vaughn, Jewel Williams, Gisela Ziebarth

CHAPTER TWO:a literary symposium & luncheon

Thursday, November 11, 201010 AM to 2 PM

Rosine Hall

garden voices: stories of women and their gardens By CAROLYN RAPP

Presented By Carolyn Rapp, McLean, Virginia

Author, storyteller and avid gardener Carolyn Rapp pens life-affirming stories of heartache, humor and triumph set within lovingly cultivated gardens. Garden Voices, a collection of twelve narrative vignettes, is sure to inspire those who love gardens and all who love stories. Everyone who reads Garden Voices will hear a whisper of themselves in the words of these creative, courageous, wise women.

the pulpwood queens’ tiara-wearing, book-sharing guide to life By KATHY PATRICK

Presented by Kathy Patrick, Jefferson, Texas

Kathy Patrick’s hilarious and heartwarming memoir, The Pulpwood Queen’s Tiara-Wearing, Book-Sharing Guide To Life, celebrates female friendship, sisterhood, and the transformative power of reading. Founder of the world’s only combination beauty salon/bookstore located in the piney woods of East Texas, Kathy’s collection of motivational quotes, anecdotes and stories about the books that inspired her to found a small book club has become a national sensation.

her royal spyness By RHYS BOWEN

Presented by Rhys Bowen, San Fransisco, California

Author Rhys Bowen’s delectable whodunits have been nominated for every major award in mystery writing including the Edgar, Agatha, and Anthony Awards. Born in England, Rhys’s latest lighthearted romantic mysteries, the Royal Spyness Series, vividly evokes 1930’s England and features a feisty modern heroine, the impoverished aristocrat Lady (Georgie) Georgiana. A direct descendant of King Geoge V who moonlights as a maid in order to make ends meet, Georgie’s madcap antics are “ A smashing romp!” Booklist

Chapter Three: christmas at the white house By JENNIFER B. PICKENS

A Christmas BrunchWednesday, December 1, 2010

10 am to 12 pm Rosine Hall

Presented by Jennifer B. Pickens, Dallas, Texas

Celebrate the most magical and beautiful time of the year with Dallas author Jennifer Pickens’ lavish presentation of the holiday traditions and decor at America’s most famous address, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Selected by USA Today as one of the “Top Ten Great Gift Books” of 2009, Christmas at the White House captures the ceremonies of public performance against the charm of intimate family life in exquisite rare photographs that span over fifty years of history under nine different administrations. Take time to tour the DeGolyer House following this special holiday event.

Epilogue: A Valentine TeaTuesday, February 8, 2011

2 pm to 4 pmThe DeGolyer house

Daughter of legendary Texas oil tycoon, famed global entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author of three books, Caroline Rose Hunt is recognized as one of our country’s most influential women. Joined by daughter Laurie Sands Harrison and granddaughters, this special Valentine presentation celebrates an unforgettable legacy of the heart: the favorite words, stories and events of one of Texas’ mostmemorable familes.

A Woman’s Garden: En Plein Air

Meet at the GAZEBO IN A WOMAN’S GARDEN

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10 AM to 12 PM

(Rain Day, Wednesday, October 6, 2010)

Don’t let your friends or spouses miss this exciting new event! Gather early at the Gazebo for coffee and treats. Dress for comfort, bring your art supplies and don’t forget your camera because it is recommended for every workshop. Chairs are available or bring your favorite stool or blanket. Each workshop group will be guided by a leading artisan. Whether a hobbyist, an accomplished enthusiast, or just simply curious, En Plein Air will sharpen your senses and bring sunshine into your life!

Choose one and circle:

Photography Painting Drawing Journaling Writing Gardening

TICKETS SALES

A Woman’s Garden: En Plein Air

Company / Individual Name_____________________________Address_____________________________________________State_____ Zip __________Email__________________________Phone__________________________I would like______tickets at $35 each. Total Payment Amount $___________________________I am unable to attend but enclosed is my donation in the amount of $_________________Method of Payment: Visa MC Check payable to WCDABG

Please return this completed form to: Linda Spina, 5804 Spring Hill Drive, McKinney, Texas 75070

Questions? Please contact Linda at 214-797-5966 or linda.spina@sbcglobal.netThe Women’s Council for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization as defined

by the IRS. www.womenscouncilarboretum.org

TABLE UNDERWRITING CONTRACT A Writer’s Garden Literary SeriesCompany / Individual Name ___________________________Address____________________ State_____ Zip __________Email______________________ Phone__________________

Chapters One thru Three___$15,000 GOLD ___$10,000 SILVEROne table of 10 to One table of 10 to Chapters One thru Three Chapters One thru ThreeExclusive Seating Premier SeatingRecognition in Program Recognition in Program Special Patron Gift Patron GiftInvitation to Patron Parties Invitation to Patron Party

___$5,000 BRONZE ___$2,500 (limited number)One table of 10 to One table of 10 to Chapters One thru Three Chapters One thru ThreePriority Seating Regular SeatingRecognition in Program Recognition in ProgramInvitation to Parton Party

Symposium & Luncheon Only___$3,000 PATRON ___ $1,500 (limited number)One table of 10 to Symposium One table of 10 to SymposiumPriority Seating Regular SeatingRecognition in Program Recognition in ProgramInvitation to Patron Party

___I decline all benefits listed above. The total amount of my gift will be tax deductible. ___I have purchased a table(s) and will supply the names of my guests at a later date. ___I have purchased a table(s) and my guests are (attach separate page with names) ___I am putting together a Dutch treat table and would like to be seated with ________I will be unable to attend but wish to make a donation in the amount of $___________Total Payment Amount $__________________________________Method of Payment: Visa MC Check payable to WCDABGCredit Card Number _____________________________________Exp Date __________________Zip Code _____________________Name as it appears on Card________________________________Signature ______________________________________________

Please return this completed form to: Linda Spina, 5804 Spring Hill Drive, McKinney, Texas 75070

Questions? Please contact Linda at 214-797-5966 or linda.spina@sbcglobal.netThe Women’s Council for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization as defined

by the IRS. www.womenscouncilarboretum.org

INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALESA Writer’s Garden Literary Series

Company / Individual Name___________________________Address____________________ State_____ Zip __________Email_______________________ Phone________________

LITERARY SERIES Includes tickets to Chapters One thru Three ___$500 Patron Level* ___$250 Regular Ticket

SYMPOSIUM & LUNCHEON ONLY CHAPTER ONE ONLY Nov. 11, 2010 ___$100 Patron Level* Oct 14, 2010___$300 Patron Level* ___$60 Regular Ticket Oct 14, 2010___$150 Regular Ticket CHAPTER THREE ONLY ___$100 Patron Level* Dec 1, 2010 ___$60 Regular Ticket Dec 1, 2010

*Patron Level receives Priority Seating and recognition in the Program.

___I would like to be seated with ___________________________________I would like to be seated at a no host table. ___I am unable to attend but enclosed is my donation. Total Payment Amount $__________________________________Method of Payment: Visa MC Check payable to WCDABGCredit Card Number _____________________________________Exp Date ___________________________________________Billing Address________________________________________City____________________________ Zip Code_____________Name as it appears on Card________________________________Signature ______________________________________________

Please return this completed form to: Linda Spina, 5804 Spring Hill Drive, McKinney, Texas 75070

Questions? Please contact Linda at 214-797-5966 or linda.spina@sbcglobal.netThe Women’s Council for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization as defined

by the IRS. www.womenscouncilarboretum.org

A Valentine TeaTuesday, February 8, 2011

2:00 P. M. - 4 P. M. The DeGolyer Home

Company / Individual Name___________________________Address____________________ State_____ Zip __________Email_______________________ Phone________________

Ticket Sales and Table Underwriting Contract

DIAMOND PEARL $5000 $2500 One Table of Ten One Table of Ten Premier Seating Priority SeatingRecognition in Program Recognition in ProgramSpecial Patron Gift Patron Gift____$500 Individual ____$250 Individual

RED ROSE CHOCOLATE

$1000 $500 (limited seating)One Table of Ten One Table of tenRecognition in Program ____$100 Individual ____$50 Individual

___I have purchased a table and will supply names of my guests at a later date.___I have purchased a table and my guests are _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___I decline all benefits. My charitable gift will be tax deductible. ___I am unable to attend but wish to make a donation of _________________ Total Payment Amount $____________________________________________Method of Payment: Visa MC Check payable to WCDABGCredit Card Number _______________________________________________Exp Date ________________________________________________________Billing Address____________________________________________________City____________________________ Zip Code_____________Name as it appears on Card_________________________________________Signature _______________________________________________________

Please return this completed form to: Linda Spina, 5804 Spring Hill Drive, McKinney, Texas 75070

Questions? Please contact Linda at 214-797-5966 or linda.spina@sbcglobal.netThe Women’s Council for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization as defined

by the IRS. www.womenscouncilarboretum.org