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Thursday, May 11th
6–9PM
THE VALLEY
AT FRUTIG FARMS
Celebrating 23 years of community service
Spring Soirée 2023
Thursday, May 11th
6PM–9PM
Celebrating 23 years of community service providing affordable mental health counseling, education, and support for individuals experiencing trauma and other life challenges.
Strolling Supper
Beer + Wine
Silent Auction
Wine & What Pull
Casual Chic
Wearing an element of purple is encouraged to show your support of our work!
Tickets are limited! Reserve yours now.
After clicking Add To Cart, you will be prompted to provide your name for your Soirée name tag and the email address you would like to use to receive a link to the event auction. If you are bringing guests, please provide their names and emails so that we can prepare their name tags and auction links as well.
Early Bird tickets are available at a special discount until April 11, 2023.
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2023 SPRING SOIRÉE EMCEE
Michigan Radio’s
Rebecca Kruth
Rebecca Kruth is the host of Michigan Radio's All Things Considered (Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM–6:30 PM) and the co-host of Michigan Radio’s weekly language podcast That’s What They Say with English professor Anne Curzan.
2023 HONOREE
State Representative
Felicia Brabec
Felicia Brabec, Psy.D., MSW, has been at the forefront of equal rights advocacy for women and people of color in Washtenaw county for years and is dedicated to building a community that each of us can be proud to call home.
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ENTERTAINMENT
The Lollies
Samantha West and Natalie Sevick are sisters and bandmates who have been making music together since they were old enough to start singing along to their dad’s Beatles records. The pair can most often be seen performing a blend of pop, rock and blues throughout Michigan as part of their family band, Lolly and the Pops. They are excited to perform as a special acoustic sister duo for the Women’s Center of Southeast Michigan’s Spring Soirée, celebrating music, sisterhood, and the amazing women in our community.
“We are so excited to be a part of this event — something that is powered by women and for women. Music is such an important part of who we are, and it gives us so much joy to perform together. During the pandemic, those opportunities basically vanished. We are grateful to be able to make music together again and share it as part of such an important cause.”
Tammy’s Tastings
Meet Tammy Coxen!
As the Founder and Chief Tasting Officer of Tammy’s Tastings, Tammy Coxen has been sharing her enthusiasm for food and drink for over 15 years. This has included creating artisanal chocolates, hosting gourmet underground supper clubs, and leading food-and-drink tours to places like New Orleans. She is the co-author of the cocktail book Cheers to Michigan, and had been a long-time co-host of Michigan Radio's cocktail segment with Lester Graham, through this past February. She also writes a monthly column for Hour Detroit magazine. Her favorite drink is usually the one she’s never tried before.
Tammy will be delighting Soirée guests with a demonstration, mixing a special cocktail, and sharing a taste!
Tammy Coxen
Founder & Chief Tasting Officer
FEATURED CATERERS
HONORARY CO-CHAIRS
Millie Chu
Chief Executive Officer Global Entrepreneurship Business Lab; Faculty Affiliate William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan; Founder of A2 LEAP; Former Women's Center of Southeastern Michigan Board Trustee
Janice Duval
Licensed Insurance Agent
Jaron & Associates, LLC
EVENT COMMITTEE
Carol Knight-Drain
Laura Koch
Marley Kurek
Marnie Leavitt
Linda McEntee
Paula Michalak
Mary Morin
Ruchi Shah
Mikki Sharp
Ozzie (Ozgun) Ulupinar
Gretchen Ward
Terri Brumley
Patty Burns
Millie Chu
Stacy Collick
Miranda Delaney
Janice Duval
Jyoti Gupta
Anne Harpe
Melissa Hauptman
Sam Hohneke
Diane Imredy
Event Manager
Mary Kumbier
PARTNER & SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
To join us as a Community Partner and Spring Soirée Sponsor, please contact Mary Kumbier at maryk@womenscentersemi.org or (734) 707-7745
VENUE
The Valley at Frutig Farms
7650 Scio Church Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
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Imagine... a beautiful May evening...the sun is setting, as you are exploring the gorgeous grounds of an early nineteenth century farmstead. You are surrounded by kind, compassionate people gathered to celebrate our work together as you enjoy a strolling supper, beer and wine.
Imagine... feeling inspired as you hear stories about the impact you’ve made, the transformations you’ve helped facilitate, and the ways you’ve empowered others through your support of The Women’s Center work in our community and beyond.
Imagine... yourself at the Spring Soirée.
IMPACT FACTS
Thanks to generous donors and sponsors, in 2022 we provided:
11,014 hours
of individual personal counseling through our Soundings, Jumpstart, and Room To Talk programs.
70 sessions
of free divorce education and support to help women through the loss of a long-term relationship.
155 sessions
of affordable career coaching and financial coaching, enabling individuals and families to get back on their feet.
51 MomShare
support group sessions, at no charge, to build parenting skills and reduce social isolation for new moms. Total attendance was 728.
Over 1200 calls
were responded to by our front desk staff, answering questions and connecting people with resources.
Thank you to our 2023 Partners!
Champions
Carol Knight-Drain
NSF International
Patrons
Advocates
AAA
Bank of Ann Arbor
Elizabeth Brien Team | Reinhart Realtors
Darden Wealth Group
Domino's
Agnes Moy-Sarns & David Sarns
Allies
Amy Cell Talent
Antonelli Agency, Inc. | MEEMIC Insurance
Jack & Susan Carlson
Chelsea State Bank
Sierra Imwalle | Cornerstone Real Estate
Dexter Mill
First Merchants Bank
Gago Center for Fertility
Global Entrepreneurship Business Lab
Golden Limousine International
Diane Imredy
J & L Heating and Cooling
Joel Wellness Clinic