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The Symphony League’s Holiday Luncheon

Mission Hills Country Club was the site for the Symphony League’s Holiday Luncheon, which was held on December 11th. Mandy Burditt and Trish Mayer served as the co-chairmen of the lovely event. New members were introduced and 25-year members were honored. Proceeds from the Symphony Ball were presented to Danny Beckley, and the gavel was passed to the new League president, Deanna Diebolt.

Lora Smith, Pam Bruce, and Patty Bibler
Robin Houghton with Jordan Mace
2024 League President Melanie Fenske passed the gavel to 2025 League President Deanna Diebolt.
Silvy Brookby and Jenny Erdman
Amy Greif, Jana Larson, and Suzanne Shank

Featured in the January 11, 2025 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: Rita Clark 

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