CELEBRATE 13 YEARS OF HEARTS PW
AT THE 2024 RED PARTY
Friday, February 9, 2024
7:00 pm
Polish American Hall
Pulaski Place, Port Washington
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Jane and Joel Ronis, Honorees
Kevin Scully, Arts Education Leadership Award
Leyalanny Mata, Founder's Award
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DJ -- Open Bar -- Dinner -- Raffles
This HEARTS tradition helps raise money for our mission to
enhance, support, and promote the arts and arts experiences
in our public schools and the Port Washington community!
If you're not able to join us in-person, please make a donation
to support our organization and further our work in the community.
enhance, support, and promote the arts and arts experiences
in our public schools and the Port Washington community!
If you're not able to join us in-person, please make a donation
to support our organization and further our work in the community.
INFORMATION
RSVP for tickets, sponsorship and digital journal:
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Dress Code:
Break out your Converse and party like you're 13!
Dress for fun! Party attire!
(Sneakers Encouraged)
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Dress Code:
Break out your Converse and party like you're 13!
Dress for fun! Party attire!
(Sneakers Encouraged)
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Advance tickets no longer available.
Tickets WILL BE available at the door on Friday, February 9. See you then! |
DIGITAL JOURNAL DIGITAL JOURNAL A great way to recognize an honoree, celebrate HEARTS, and/or promote your business! The Red Party Digital Journal will be shown on a continuous loop on a large monitor throughout the event.
SPONSORSHIPTEEN DREAM- $300 Level
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OUR HONOREES
Jane and Joel Ronis
HONOREES
Jane and Joel Ronis are long-time residents of Port Washington, proud supporters of the arts, and former Board Members of HEARTS PW. Their collective leadership and contributions helped launch HEARTS PW, establishing and supporting programs that have enriched the lives of thousands of Port Washington residents through the arts.
Jane Ronis is one of the lucky few to have had two incredibly fulfilling careers and raised a family. After graduating with a Masters in Directing from The University of Pittsburgh, she embarked on a 15-year career as a professional stage manager working in opera, dance and theatre here and abroad, eventually spending five years as the production stage manager at the prestigious Pittsburgh Public Theatre. She moved to New York, where she met Joel, and worked off-Broadway while starting and raising a family of three children together. A talented culinary master, she is the proud owner of Chef for a Night, a well-regarded catering company with over 10 years of success. She was a founding Board Member of HEARTS PW and served as Events Chair for many years, and continues to support the arts in Port Washington as the stage manager for the Community Synagogue Theatre Company, and running the synagogue's Time for Dinner program which addresses food insecurity.
Joel Ronis served not only as Board Member of HEARTS PW but also as President of the organization. During his tenure, he was proud to introduce local merchant and arts populations to HEARTS PW, working in tandem to raise awareness for critical funding of the arts. He was also responsible for advancing the non-profit's executive and administrative needs, including evaluating, establishing, and maintaining platforms to manage donor relationships. For many years, he owned Minuteman Press in Port Washington, providing printing and design services for a wide-range of clients in and beyond the community. A dedicated theater lover, he continues to perform on Port Washington stages as part of the Community Synagogue Theater Company, Landmark Radio Theater, and others.
HONOREES
Jane and Joel Ronis are long-time residents of Port Washington, proud supporters of the arts, and former Board Members of HEARTS PW. Their collective leadership and contributions helped launch HEARTS PW, establishing and supporting programs that have enriched the lives of thousands of Port Washington residents through the arts.
Jane Ronis is one of the lucky few to have had two incredibly fulfilling careers and raised a family. After graduating with a Masters in Directing from The University of Pittsburgh, she embarked on a 15-year career as a professional stage manager working in opera, dance and theatre here and abroad, eventually spending five years as the production stage manager at the prestigious Pittsburgh Public Theatre. She moved to New York, where she met Joel, and worked off-Broadway while starting and raising a family of three children together. A talented culinary master, she is the proud owner of Chef for a Night, a well-regarded catering company with over 10 years of success. She was a founding Board Member of HEARTS PW and served as Events Chair for many years, and continues to support the arts in Port Washington as the stage manager for the Community Synagogue Theatre Company, and running the synagogue's Time for Dinner program which addresses food insecurity.
Joel Ronis served not only as Board Member of HEARTS PW but also as President of the organization. During his tenure, he was proud to introduce local merchant and arts populations to HEARTS PW, working in tandem to raise awareness for critical funding of the arts. He was also responsible for advancing the non-profit's executive and administrative needs, including evaluating, establishing, and maintaining platforms to manage donor relationships. For many years, he owned Minuteman Press in Port Washington, providing printing and design services for a wide-range of clients in and beyond the community. A dedicated theater lover, he continues to perform on Port Washington stages as part of the Community Synagogue Theater Company, Landmark Radio Theater, and others.
Kevin Scully
ARTS EDUCATION LEADERSHIP AWARD
Kevin Scully is an educator, trumpet player, conductor, and the Director of Creative Arts for the Port Washington School District. He is currently president of the Nassau County chapter of the New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education (NYSCAME). Previously, he taught band and served as music department chairperson in the East Meadow School District. He has also been a band director at The American School in London, the Fairfax County Public Schools (VA), and in the Pine Bush School District in the Hudson Valley. Mr. Scully completed a doctoral fellowship with the music education department at The Hartt School, University of Hartford, where he taught brass techniques, woodwind techniques, and conducting, as well as supervising student teachers. He has been a guest conductor for honor ensembles in Montgomery, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties, as well as at the Eastern US Music Camp. Mr. Scully is a regular contributor of brass recording reviews for the International Trumpet Guild Journal. As a member of ensembles and as a recitalist, his performance venues have included Dallas' Meyerson Symphony Center, New York's Lincoln Center, and in London at St. John’s Smith Square, The American Church in London and the Chelsea Arts Club. He has been heard on Spanish World Radio and BBC Radio 3. Mr. Scully received a Bachelor of Music degree and Performer’s Certificate from the Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam, a Master of Music degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, and two advanced certificates in Educational Administration at Hunter College (CUNY). Mr. Scully is a proud Port Washington resident, where he lives with his wife Marcie and two daughters, Raina and Marisyn.
ARTS EDUCATION LEADERSHIP AWARD
Kevin Scully is an educator, trumpet player, conductor, and the Director of Creative Arts for the Port Washington School District. He is currently president of the Nassau County chapter of the New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education (NYSCAME). Previously, he taught band and served as music department chairperson in the East Meadow School District. He has also been a band director at The American School in London, the Fairfax County Public Schools (VA), and in the Pine Bush School District in the Hudson Valley. Mr. Scully completed a doctoral fellowship with the music education department at The Hartt School, University of Hartford, where he taught brass techniques, woodwind techniques, and conducting, as well as supervising student teachers. He has been a guest conductor for honor ensembles in Montgomery, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties, as well as at the Eastern US Music Camp. Mr. Scully is a regular contributor of brass recording reviews for the International Trumpet Guild Journal. As a member of ensembles and as a recitalist, his performance venues have included Dallas' Meyerson Symphony Center, New York's Lincoln Center, and in London at St. John’s Smith Square, The American Church in London and the Chelsea Arts Club. He has been heard on Spanish World Radio and BBC Radio 3. Mr. Scully received a Bachelor of Music degree and Performer’s Certificate from the Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam, a Master of Music degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, and two advanced certificates in Educational Administration at Hunter College (CUNY). Mr. Scully is a proud Port Washington resident, where he lives with his wife Marcie and two daughters, Raina and Marisyn.
Leyalanny Mata
FOUNDER'S AWARD RECIPIENT
Leyalanny Mata's passion for the performing arts was borne out her daughter Aurora's own passion. Aurora interests in the arts came at a very early age, and soon both mother and daughter were immersed in the world of musical theater. A dedicated mother, Leyalanny never misses a show or event, and is always looking for new ways to add value to the theater experiences in our community. Shortly after moving ton Port Washington six years ago, she found herself focusing on how to serve the community at large - eventually volunteering with local groups and events from including HEARTS PW and PortFest, Harborfest, Curtains Up and serving as a board member for one of the great summertime traditions, the Port Summer Show.
When not selling raffle tickets to benefit theater groups, bringing dinner to show rehearsals or soliciting raffle prizes, Leyalanny spends her time volunteering to read with 1st and 2nd grade children, indulges in her love of Dancing with the Stars and and giving lots of love and attention to the most recent addition to their family, Chops, her charming and cuddly baby pig.
A graduate of Vassar College and NYU School of Public Health, Leyalanny is an executive sales professional with deep experience in the areas of logistics and insurance. A lifelong entrepreneur, Leyalanny has launched several successful business ventures throughout her career. All her ventures have a philanthropic aspect, most recently a joint venture with her daughter Aurora to bring snacks and smoothies to healthcare professionals at St. Francis Hospital.
Leyalanny is honored and thrilled to receive the Founders Award and is deeply grateful to the Hearts PW Board for this incredible honor, and for their support and tireless efforts to bring great arts programs to Port.
FOUNDER'S AWARD RECIPIENT
Leyalanny Mata's passion for the performing arts was borne out her daughter Aurora's own passion. Aurora interests in the arts came at a very early age, and soon both mother and daughter were immersed in the world of musical theater. A dedicated mother, Leyalanny never misses a show or event, and is always looking for new ways to add value to the theater experiences in our community. Shortly after moving ton Port Washington six years ago, she found herself focusing on how to serve the community at large - eventually volunteering with local groups and events from including HEARTS PW and PortFest, Harborfest, Curtains Up and serving as a board member for one of the great summertime traditions, the Port Summer Show.
When not selling raffle tickets to benefit theater groups, bringing dinner to show rehearsals or soliciting raffle prizes, Leyalanny spends her time volunteering to read with 1st and 2nd grade children, indulges in her love of Dancing with the Stars and and giving lots of love and attention to the most recent addition to their family, Chops, her charming and cuddly baby pig.
A graduate of Vassar College and NYU School of Public Health, Leyalanny is an executive sales professional with deep experience in the areas of logistics and insurance. A lifelong entrepreneur, Leyalanny has launched several successful business ventures throughout her career. All her ventures have a philanthropic aspect, most recently a joint venture with her daughter Aurora to bring snacks and smoothies to healthcare professionals at St. Francis Hospital.
Leyalanny is honored and thrilled to receive the Founders Award and is deeply grateful to the Hearts PW Board for this incredible honor, and for their support and tireless efforts to bring great arts programs to Port.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS!!!
The Gersh Family
Diane's Place
Danielle Montalto-Bly and Andy Bly
Jill and Mark Eisenberg
The Epstein Family
Amanda Perez Leder and Jason Leder
Elise May
Leslie Naschek
Paula & Rob Whitman
Lori and Jacob Zlotoff
In Kind Sponsors
2024 RED PARTY COMMITTEE
Nissa Fine, co-chair
Lisa Marschall, co-chair
Andy Bly
Nita Ertel
Eric Gewirtz
Michele Posner Goldman
Dilia Kamensky
Sheri Suzzan
Melissa Campanelli Williams
Lisa Marschall, co-chair
Andy Bly
Nita Ertel
Eric Gewirtz
Michele Posner Goldman
Dilia Kamensky
Sheri Suzzan
Melissa Campanelli Williams
