Testimonials
SOUTHFIELD AREA GLASS SLIPPER BALL
FEBRUARY 16, 2008

"I believe that I have the dubious distinction of being the most "senior" Southfield Area Zontian. I've been a Zontian for 26 years. During that time, I've attended Zonta events all over Michigan in my capacity as District Governor, and all over the world as an International Director. I've had more Zonta chicken than I care to think about.

It's fair to say that last week's Glass Slipper Ball was the FINEST EVENT EVER!!! Not just for our club, but the finest of any I've attended!

Alice and committee did a superb job! My guests were all extremely complimentary (and a few of them aren't impressed easily!) I was very proud to be a Zontian.

OK Ok...I've been reminded that I've actually been a Zontian for 28 years. That means that I have an even larger basis for comparison!!"

Sonia Parks
Southfield Area Zontian
2-20-08

"Zontians,

Couldn't wait until Thursday! One of my co-workers attended the ball and she said she only had one question "How and what would we possibly do to top this year's affair? Others are upset they didn't attend. Isn't that Great!!!!!"

Bea King
Southfield Zontian
2-20-08

Hello All,

WE did an awesome job great team work. All of my guests had a wonderful time they loved the food and the dancing. This was the first time my son has ever been to something like this, he and his date had a BALL. My son-in-law enjoyed all of the food. And my daughter wanted to dance all night. My mother says thank you to ALL she had a great time helping with the decorations, she has made 27 or more new friends she loves you all. Thank you again my Zonta sisters I will see you all Thursday.

Pam Pritchett, 2-20-08
Southfield Zontian

Hello, Sister Zontians,

My turn! We can all be very proud of our club. The guests at my table were delightful. I was seated with two Area Directors (who are sharing our story with the clubs in their area), the winners from the TV spot (yes, I worked to recruit them as members), the Major and his lady friend (they were a hoot) and Ann-Marie and her husband, Donovan. A diverse group to say the least.

The cinderellas had a blast. Both read the program cover to cover as we drove down. I made it clear to them I expected them to be well-versed in our club, its mission, WC SAFE, etc. On the ride home, they brainstormed potential members! Gotta love it.

I do have one request - can we confirm a date for 2009 in time to promote at the movie event June 7th?

I'll miss everyone Thursday night - off to celebrate mine and Dale's 4th Anniversary! XOXOXO

Amy Fraser Maple
Southfield Zontian
2-20-08

Glass Slipper Ball Committee and Sister Zontians:

Awesome...that's the word that comes to mind when I think about the Glass Slipper Ball. One singular event by our Club to raise the awareness of Zonta Club of Southfield to new heights. What the GSB Committee chairs and members were able to pull off was phenomenal. Four months to achieve what was accomplished is unheard of!

The food was delectable! I hope that our guests will mention our affair the next time they visit one of our Restaurant Sponsors. That will help to keep the momentum going to attract those that didn't join us this year. The music was exceptional...and the dancing was fun.

Sponsorship was incredible. What would we do without friends like Diana Jones at Blue Cross Blue Shield. Her support continues to reach those we are unable to in the community.

Special Thanks and appreciation to Debra K. for selling the idea to the club, obtaining Sponsors, promoting the event and being present when we needed her.

Everyone was tireless in their efforts to make this event a success. How do you top this???

Congratulations and kudos to all!!!

Z. Dianne Hubbard
Southfield Zontian
2-21-08

Hi Ladies:

Whew!! We Did it..... Our 1st Annual Glass Slipper Ball was a Huge Success! We did all this in four months..what a phenomenal accomplishment! We have certainly raised the bar for Southfield Zonta fundraising events, and we are certain to increase our club membership as a result of the GSB!!. Ladies, I wish to thank each of you for your hard work.

Let's celebrate our success Thursday, February 21st at my home at 6:30 p.m with a champagne toast and refreshments!! Bring your positive comments and feedback from your family, friends and associates to share with other club members.


Alice Alexander
Event Chair

Hello Ladies,

I just wanted to send you this message from my friends who attended the GSB. Everyone that I invited were equally excited and awestruck by the beauty of it all!!!!!!!!

Thank you Bea for your vision of what we could do as a group, and to Alice for your orchestration of an awesome event. Everyone worked so hard, and I am proud to be one of you.

Gloria Tellis
Southfield Zontian

TESTIMONIAL FROM NON- ZONTIAN:

Gloria:
Thank you. We had an awesome time. I was very pleased with the setup, entertainment, and food. I was certain that this was a ball that you guys hold every year. It was so orderly and well laid out. We really enjoyed ourselves and look forward to the next one. I plan on attending the meeting on Feb. 28, 2008.

Thank you

Dorothy Leverette

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RESPONSE TO NON-ZONTIAN GUEST:

Hello Dorothy:

I am so glad that you and your husband were able to attend the Glass Slipper Ball. We were extremely pleased with the turnout, and our main goal was to assure that all of our guests enjoyed themselves. We have received great feedback from guests.

The club is going to have a Membership Information Night, on Thursday, February 28, 2008, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. It will be held at John W. English Administrative Center (Southfield Public Schools), 24661 Lahser Rd., Southfield, Mi. 48033. Zontians from throughout the tri-county area are collaborating for the recruitment of new members. OF COURSE I WANT YOU IN OUR SOUTHFIELD CLUB (SMILES).

That night, you will learn more about the organization, and you can really appreciate the club more. Please plan your schedule to attend. I will look for you there. Also, if you would like Gregory to attend, please have him come as well. Presently, it is a woman's club, but we are contemplating accepting men members. Also, husbands are always welcome to help out, attend meetings, or do whatever they are comfortable doing when we have an event.

I plan to see you tomorrow night, at 7:30 PM for the Family Day Meeting. I will talk with you soon.

Be Blessed,
Gloria Tellis
Southfield Zontian

Congratulations and pats on the back are definitely deserved.

As a late-comer to the process, I can only express pride and congrats Our club did a fantastic job!! I won't be able to attend the afterglow, but do have some comments:
I agree that it will be hard to "top" - so some changes in the program each year will keep it "fresh" The program and auction items booklets were very well done!
The food was excellent (and I enjoyed talking with the chefs)

The flowers were fun - I liked having different florists maybe better signage to know which florist did which centerpieces to give them more recognition, or some sort of contest?
The silent auction went smoothly for our first in quite a while.

Checkout actually went fairly smoothly, even with the credit card machine glitch - great job Grace!I would suggest: better lighting more descriptions of the items on the bid sheets (not just in the booklet)more/ongoing promotion during the event - an integral part
instead of seeming separate closing earlier - anyone who wanted to participate had to stay until about 11PM to find out if they won and pay for/obtain their items enjoyed the different types of music (jazz, various types of dancing) I enjoyed the dancing performances - it was also great for my single guests to have someone to dance with!!
More info about ZONTA available - in addition to in the program, separate sheets for all supporters (we had multiple requests for extra programs for the ZONTA info), maybe a display of some sort. Recognition of our members (all stand, or all on stage for a minute, or all with glass slipper pins,...) and what other clubs were represented/in attendance
this is a ZONTA tradition - recognition also brings them back).

Definitely start earlier planning. It should get easier with experience.

Take a deep breath - the theatre party is around the corner!!

Dr. Cynthia Fisher
Southfield Zontian

Congratulations on the success of your First Annual Glass Slipper Ball. The event was elegant. The guests were beautiful. The food was fabulous. My husband and I, as well as everyone we spoke with, had a GREAT time.
You ladies made it happen.

Ann-Marie Morris
Public Relations Representative

Hi Southfield Zontians!

I just have to jump in and say congratulations on a FABULOUS JOB!

There were those who said it couldn't be done in five months! You not only did it, you OUTDID it! You had the largest attendance of any first year event! You had the first sponsorship of any 1st year event! You had a celebrity emcee and over 100 Arthur Murray dancers! And now you get to enjoy the afterglow of a job more than well done - it was off the charts!

This event was first and foremost blessed with a risk-taking president who had a vision for your club. She knew that it was going to take a big picture vision and goal to re-energize old members and re-kindle and attract new members. Thank you Bea for your unwavering commitment to your club and it's potential. That's leadership at it's best!

The next star that lined up was having Alice as chairperson. She was as steady and focused as they come. Even when the seas got rocky, she held to her course. Leadership by example. How could anyone refuse her when she was stepping up to the plate in a big fashion! Thank you Alice for letting us witness just what a stay-at home grandmother can accomplish!! You are remarkable and the fruits of your labor paid off!

To all the women who had been working behind the scenes for months, to the amazing group that came on Saturday to pitch in as well as finish up the night - it was a privilege to work with you. You remind me of the very best in Zonta!

They'll be lots of time to discuss the fine-tuning and where things can be made better, but for now, I hope you embrace the celebration of a job well done! The kind of pride you feel for your club, the respect you've shown each other for differing opinions and skill sets, the knowledge that now you've proven you can put Zonta on the Detroit Map and acquire media interest, as well as the long-term future of this event, where unprecedented amounts of money will flow into your foundation - for all these reasons there is cause to celebrate! Truly it's just the beginning of a whole new chapter for the Zonta Club of Southfield. What an exciting time!

Congratulations to all of you for whatever part you played , big or small , it all added up to an amazing night for the attendees, for the funding recipients and for Zonta.

Remember: "Unforgettable Memories are the Most Enduring Trophies of All!" Embrace your trophies and hold onto the memories!

With Respect and Admiration,

Debra Krischke

Hi Everyone!

I think we did a great job. Perfect job ladies!!! the estimate that the Silent Auction Team had of $5,000.00, was right on the money! We now have a established record and starting point to measure and gauge against.

I would like to personally thank each of you, for all your hard work and dedication. For a first event, we were over the top. The Silent Auction Profits met our projected earnings of $5,000.00. You couldn't ask for more. Lynne, didn't we say $5,000.00.!!!

Also, I would like to thank our "Basket Team", Meredith, Grace, Pam, and Gloria", we made all the baskets in one late- afternoon!! Pam and Gloria added their creativity and design expertise, and made those baskets look good!! We couldn't have done those baskets without you!!!

Donna Babridge
Southfield Zontian

Testimonials compiled by Alice Alexander, Zonta Club of Southfield Area, 2008 Glass Slipper Ball Event Chair.

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