Le Rêve Art Inspirations Gala Benefiting Frisco Arts presented by Newman Village
July 27, 2007
For information contact: 972-668-5180, director@friscoarts.org

What: Frisco Association for the Arts annual Gala, “Le Rêve...Art Inspirations” When: Saturday, September 29, 2007, 7 pm Where: Stonebriar Country Club, Frisco Price: $150 per person Dress: Black tie Opportunities: Gala Silent Auction Committment Form Gala Sponsorship Packet Frisco Arts announces its annual fundraising gala, “Le Rêve...Art Inspirations” presented by Newman Village on Saturday, September 29, 2007.

The 6th annual black tie event at Stonebriar Country Club is a sought-after gala for Collin County leaders and arts patrons. Le Rêve translates to “dream” and represents the unlimited possibilities and inspirations for the arts in Frisco. Newman Village is the result of years of planning by the Darling family and the Newman family, who originally settled in Frisco over 150 years ago.

The evening includes a cocktail reception, dinner, entertainment, auction and dancing.

Le Rêve will offer a unique element of “Living Vicariously” representing opportunities for guests to support Frisco ISD students to participate in the arts. Frisco Arts will announce its Art Starters Advisory Board of leaders in the community who have championed the arts over the last decade. This distinguished group will be honored during the dinner.

The Frisco Arts supports more than 21 local arts organizations in Frisco and Collin County. Tickets start at $150 per person. Advance reservations are required. You can reserve your table now by calling 972-668-5180.

Sponsorship opportunities for are also still available by contacting the Frisco Arts office at: director@friscoarts.org.

GALA CHAIR: Justine Sweeney; Co-Chair-elect: Brooke Hambrick

GALA COMMITTEE: Laurie Bernard, Celeta Bettison, Allen Biehl, Beverly Biehl, Chris Duncan, Jennifer Dyal, Tony Felker, Mary Hargis, Erika Howe, Cynthia Hurley, Lisa Fosmark, Marchand Froschheuser, Lesa Gaines, Cindy Gange, Debby Hanson, Amy Hardin, Becky Johnson, Chris Johnson, Matt Lafatta, Daniel Lewis, Cindy Lewis, Tom Lewis, Priscilla Luna, Val Maso, Becky McCants, Teresa O’Brien, Penny Rathbun , Tricia Redding, Marla Roe, Kim Routen, Sharon Roland, Laura Schwab, Bob Shaver, Sandra Shepard, Sandy Simpson, Mary Martha Stinnett, Sheacy Thompson, Dr. Jill Wade, Joy West and Kristy Worman

FRISCO ART STARTERS: Baxter Brinkmann, Christine Goestsch, Craig Hall, Del and Ann Harris, Don Hermanot, Nicki Carmody James, Chris Johnson, Maher and Val Maso, Patricia Meadows, Diana Moya, Sonny Moyers, Linda Pardue, Kathy Seei, Tracie Reveal Shipman, Mike and Sandy Simpson, and Glendy Valdez

BACKGROUND: FRISCO ARTS, formerly the Frisco Association for the Arts, is a community-based organization formed by citizens and business leaders of Frisco, Texas who believe that the arts play a vital role in the life and well-being of the community. The organization’s goal is to encourage the development and growth of the arts and arts groups in our community. Frisco Arts supports the Frisco Area Children’s Theater, Frisco Chorale, Frisco Community Band, Frisco Community Theatre, The Frisco Ballet, Visual Arts Guild of Frisco, Word of Mouth Productions, Collin County Ballet Theatre, Frisco Story Telling Festival, Frisco Grooves Concerts in the Park, Great Steak of Texas Symphony Orchestra, Plano Symphony Orchestra, Cross Timbers Youth Orchestra, Frisco Education Foundation, Collin County Community College and Frisco Elementary String. Family and Corporate Memberships encouraged.

About Newman Village: Located in Frisco, Texas, Newman Village embraces architectural diversity in its design while striving to build a sense of community behind its gates. Inspired by the growth of the Frisco arts movement, Newman Village will feature amenities such as a European fountain, original works of art, and a stunning 2.6-acre central plaza. Tennis courts, scenic walking trails, and a swimming pool will encourage an active lifestyle, while plans for upscale shopping and dining will put urban conveniences nearby.

Newman Village is the result of years of planning by the Darling family and the Newman family, who originally settled in Frisco over 150 years ago. To help turn their vision into reality, developer Frisco Partners has selected a small group of custom homebuilders based on their reputation, product quality, attention to detail, and long-standing history within the community. Located just off the tollway at El Dorado Parkway, 207 home lots will be available for purchase in the summer of 2008.