HMH Bearing Witness - December 2017

ART CIRCLE

THE GUILD & NEXTGEN

It is with great pride and pleasure that we announce the new 2017/2018 Season for Art Circle! Please join us in supporting this special art affinity group whose mission is to connect Holocaust Museum Houston members and the Houston community with artists and collectors engaged in social, political and/ or human rights issues. Through a membership in Art Circle, you may deepen your understanding of the purpose and function of art, as well as broaden your perspective on humanity. Art Circle takes in exhibition or collection-centric events partnered with art education, cocktails, nibbles and more…an excellent opportunity to stay connected with other art enthusiasts in the area all while supporting the creation of art exhibitions at the museum and growth in “upstanding” convictions and positive actions. • Invitation to the Grand Opening Night in August and Membership Kick-Off in September • Invitations to private Art Circle events featuring complimentary drinks, bites, and chances to meet with artists and designers • The perfect atmosphere to connect with other HMH members involved in Houston’s Art Scene ART CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:

The Guild The Guild serves the mission of the Museum with commitment and to unite members of the Museum community at large, through social, educational and service projects. You join The Guild for just $25 or become a lifetime member for $500. The Guild’s annual Hanukkah Party was held once again at St. Francis Episcopal Day School. Many thanks to Dr. Susie Lair, Head of the School, for her gracious hospitality.

Jerry Rochman lighting the menorah

From Left to Right: Denzil Hollingsworth, David Fink, Elise Glattier-Hollingsworth, Dr. Neal Reisman, Liebe Reisman, Leisa Holland-Nelson, Dr. Susan Osterberg, Mady Kades, and Dr. Kelly J. Zúñiga

Art Circle's Grand Opening at the Studio of David Fink

Rosine Chappell and Anny Coury

Sandy Lessig

Sandi Hedrick, Mike Cahn, ClaireMarshall, Glynda Oliver, Iris Fisherman, Margaret Palco

Anny Coury, Charles Guez

• Six (6) exclusive events only offered to Art Circle members

• Invitations to Pop-up Events

Join today to receive invitations to all Art Circle events!

To join the upcoming Art Circle 2017/18 Season, please visit our website hmh.org.

Mady Kades, Chair Art Circle 2017-18

Elise Glattier-Hollingsworth, Dr. Susan Osterberg

Holocaust Museum Houston’s NEXTGen Young Professionals group celebrated their annual Kickoff event on Monday, October 2nd at 6:00 p.m. at MidiCi, The Neapolitan Pizza Company. The event included an opportunity to meet Bill Orlin, a Holocaust Survivor, and to hear him speak. NEXTGen promotes inclusiveness and education by acting as leaders of change and advocating on behalf of tolerance. LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE David Berk, Jessica Hart, Miguel Hernandez, Ben Proler, Roslynn Velasquez, Carolyn Whiteman HOST COMMITTEE Amy Ashmore, Johanna Carlson, Ashley Croft, Rachel & Daniel Fein, Scott Friedman, Shannon Hall, Steven Hammer, Autumn Holcomb, Melissa Mendell, Melanie Toarmina Pang, Tracey & Rick Rice, Katie Satterwhite, William Springer, Amanda Whiteside, Aly & Jeff Yale, Anat & Jay Zeidman Join us on Facebook! @ HMHNextGeneration

2017/18 Season Calendar

September Grand Opening at Studio of David Fink

NextGen members

Bill and Edie Orlin

February Collection of Judge Carolyn Garcia

October Kickoff at Rowena Young & Buddy Steves with guest artist, David Graeve November Collection of Marie Bosarge with guest speaker, Tim Klein, Producer UH theatre Dept. December Collection of Leslie and Brad Bucher with guest speaker, Elissa Gydish, Fine Art expert January Collections of James Bell & Bradley Radoff with musical presentation by Harpist, Emily Klein

March Collection of Caroline Guirette with artist showcase by Yvonamor Palix of Palix Fine Arts April Collection of Beverly and Wayne Gilbert with guest speaker, Rahul Mitra, Ph.D., Program Director at MD Anderson May Graffiti Art Parade & Bus tour Guest speaker: gonzo247

2016-2017 NextGen Leadership Committee with Survivor Ben Wasserman From Left to Right: David Berk, Ben Proler, Ben Waserman, Jessica Hart, Carolyn Whiteman, Lexie Silverman, Miguel Hernandez

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