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Ellen And Charles Estees Opened Their Home For The Spirit Of Taos Patron Party

Oct 18, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

When 2022 Spirit of Taos Co-Chairs Shannon Hanberry and Ashley White were putting their plans together for the patron party, Friends of Wilkinson Center President Ellen Estee and her husband Charles Estee had the perfect place — their place — for it. So on Wednesday, September 21, a passel of guests including Spirit of Wilkinson Center Board President Elizabeth Willis, Paul … [Read more...] about Ellen And Charles Estees Opened Their Home For The Spirit Of Taos Patron Party

2022 Spirit Of Taos Is Gonna Be On The Levee With Beauties, Beaus And Boots For Wilkinson Center

Jun 23, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

As part of the Wilkinson Center’s celebrating 40 years of helping area residents to transform their lives, Friends of Wilkinson Center President Ellen Estee has just sent word about the Ninth Annual Spirit Of Taos fundraiser. Co-chairing the ever-popular night will be 2022 Spirit Of Taos Co-Chairs Shannon Hanberry and Ashley White, who have arranged for the … [Read more...] about 2022 Spirit Of Taos Is Gonna Be On The Levee With Beauties, Beaus And Boots For Wilkinson Center

Spirit Of Taos Was A Spirited Affair With Dale Hansen Claiming It Was Actually His Retirement Party

Nov 8, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Leave it to the Friends of Wilkinson's Spirit of Taos to have the best time raising funds for the Wilkinson Center. And that's exactly what happened on Friday, October 15, at the Arts District Mansion. But this year in addition to the entertainment, the supper and auctions, there was the addition of the renowned "unplugged" sports icon Dale Hansen, who served as emcee. Ah, but … [Read more...] about Spirit Of Taos Was A Spirited Affair With Dale Hansen Claiming It Was Actually His Retirement Party

Spirit Of Taos Guests Raised Funds With A Mariachi Band, A Seated Supper And Goodies Galore

Oct 3, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

On Saturday, September 14, The Hall on Dragon was transformed into a New Mexico festival thanks to the Wilkinson Center's Sixth Annual Spirit of Taos. From the greeting by a mariachi band to the live auction with a couple of getaway vacations and a gem of a timepiece, Event Chair Ellen Estee and her committee set the mood for fun and fundraising. Here's a report from the … [Read more...] about Spirit Of Taos Guests Raised Funds With A Mariachi Band, A Seated Supper And Goodies Galore

Spirit Of Taos Enlivened The Statler’s Scout Restaurant With Mariachis And Friends Of Wilkinson Center

Nov 8, 2018 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Before Chef Graham Dodds announced his departure from The Statler, one of the last big whoop-ti-dos that he orchestrated was the Friends of Wilkinson Center's Fifth Annual Spirit of Taos on Saturday, September 29. Here's a report from the field: Balloon arrangements and a sea of colorful cacti set the perfect backdrop for the 5th Annual Spirit of Taos presented by the … [Read more...] about Spirit Of Taos Enlivened The Statler’s Scout Restaurant With Mariachis And Friends Of Wilkinson Center

2018 Spirit of Taos Kick-Off Guests Enjoyed Some Buddy Love With Sipping And Shopping

Sep 25, 2018 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

In preparation for The Wilkinson Center's Fifth Annual Spirit of Taos on Saturday, September 29, at The Statler, Co-Chairs Caitlin Hyatt and Laurann Cavenaghi had a kick-off gathering at Buddy Love's on Thursday, August 30.  Here's a report from the field: Buddy Love hosted the Kick-Off Party for the Friends of Wilkinson Center’s fifth Annual Spirit of Taos! Attendees … [Read more...] about 2018 Spirit of Taos Kick-Off Guests Enjoyed Some Buddy Love With Sipping And Shopping

With Stars And Stetsons Overhead, The Spirit Of Taos Was Picture Perfect At The Lot With Downtown Fever And A Miniature Burro

Nov 23, 2017 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Once again an almost perfect moon shone over The Lot for The Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos on Friday, November 3. There was no need to explain the attire for the evening. It was strictly jeans, squash blossom necklaces and bracelets decked out in turquoise, crushable Stetsons, perfect smiles and not a suit in sight. Thanks to a perfect night and Co-Chairs AC … [Read more...] about With Stars And Stetsons Overhead, The Spirit Of Taos Was Picture Perfect At The Lot With Downtown Fever And A Miniature Burro

The Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos Kick-Off Party Guests Shared Chuckles And Tales Of Parking Challenges At Gypsy Wagon

Oct 13, 2017 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Henderson Avenue is such a hot spot. Whether it’s dining or shopping, it has been the place to be and be seen. And on a Thursday night, that situation ramps up the population mega times. That’s why traffic jams can turn the avenue into a parking lot at times. A parking spot is as rare as a wrinkle on a fresh face lift. Valets tend to serve as parking life guards. But on … [Read more...] about The Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos Kick-Off Party Guests Shared Chuckles And Tales Of Parking Challenges At Gypsy Wagon

With Loads Of Turquoise And Stars Above, Spirit Of Taos Sparkled At The Lot Resulting In More Than $141K For The Wilkinson Center

Dec 1, 2016 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

The night couldn't have been more perfect for a fundraiser at The Lot in East Dallas, just across the street from White Rock Lake. And as luck would have it, The Wilkinson Center's Spirit of Taos took full advantage of the perfect conditions on Friday, October 28. While others were in black tie and diamonds over at the Dallas Opera's First Night, the Wilkinson crowd donned bolo … [Read more...] about With Loads Of Turquoise And Stars Above, Spirit Of Taos Sparkled At The Lot Resulting In More Than $141K For The Wilkinson Center

Melissa Benge Sets The Mood For Spirit Of Taos Kick-Off Party With Cactus Cupcakes And Fashionable Goodies

Sep 23, 2015 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

The North Henderson neighborhood on a Thursday is the place not to be if you’re in a rush. The popularity of the restaurants, bars and stores is pretty darn overwhelming. That’s why some might have questioned having a kick-off party on that particular day of the week. But the draw of The Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos at Melissa Benge Collection on Thursday, September … [Read more...] about Melissa Benge Sets The Mood For Spirit Of Taos Kick-Off Party With Cactus Cupcakes And Fashionable Goodies

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: The Spirit Of Taos

Nov 24, 2014 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Ah, turquoise! It’s seems to dress up even the most tired western attire. But on Friday, November 7, the fashions were glorious New Mexico with turquoise around necks, wrist and fingers. The occasion as the Friends of Wilkinson Center’s “The Spirit of Taos” at The Lot. Friends of all ages were talking, dancing and buying up raffle tickets both inside and out in the beer … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: The Spirit Of Taos

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