Event Date: June 16, 2021Location: I W Marks JewelersEvent: ReceptionNo. of Attendees: 60+Beneficiary: Lone Survivor FoundationChairpersons: Brad and Joanna MarksCatering: Mandola's CateringPhotography: Michelle WatsonI W Marks Celebrated...
Scott Evans
Social Book Contributor
Scott Evans is a native Houstonian and the Publisher of The Social Book. His career has included success as a musician, management consultant, public relations firm owner, and technology consultant─all of which have injected him actively into the social scene for many years. Drawing on his musical background, in 1992 Scott co-produced a double CD called "Voices for Life" benefiting AIDS charities featuring Houston artists and highlighted by a music video of 200+ local celebrities singing Scott's original composition "Shades of Gray." Scott has hosted numerous events over his career and believes his best quality is his ability to make people feel a part of something special. (Photo: D. Jones Photography)
A “Tony” Wine Dinner Brought Out A “Tony” Crowd for The Women’s Fund
Event Date: June 9, 2021Location: Tony's RestaurantEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 130+Money Raised: $135,000+Beneficiary: The Women's Fund for Health, Education & ResiliencyChairpersons: Joanna and Brad MarksPhotography: Michelle...
Scott’s Blueberry-Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze
Scott's Blueberry-Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze These flaky scones are always the highlight of any breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. Just remember to always use very cold or icy cold butter and refrigerate scones for 30 minutes to an hour or freeze them for 30...
Scott’s Father’s Day Top Ten
Our city's amazing retail establishments have been suffering, along with our community's restaurants, event vendors and many other business types. With the easing up of the pandemic and Father's Day arriving on June 21st, I thought this could be a perfect time to...
Tee Up Fore TEACH-“Hitting a Long Drive”
Event Date: June 5, 2021Location: TopGolf KatyEvent: Golfing EventNo. of Attendees: 200+Money Raised: $318,000+Beneficiary: TEACH (To Educate All Children)Honorary Chair: Chuck JennessChairpersons: Cornel and Phyllis WilliamsPhotography: ...
MFAH Grand Gala Ball Celebrates a Perfect Beginning to a Final Addition
Event Date: May 22, 2021Location: The Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 300Money Raised: $1,700,000Beneficiary: The Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonChairpersons: Phoebe and Bobby TudorEvent Décor and Florals: The Events...
Margaret Williams-A Lifetime of Family Philanthropy
A Lifetime of Family PhilanthropyThe Social Book celebrates Margaret Alkek Williamsand Recognizes the Legacy of Her Parents,Albert and Margaret Alkek Margaret Alkek Williams—a name synonymous with philanthropy, altruism and enormous generosity of...
Palace Lanes is not Your Mom-and-Pop Bowling Alley Anymore!
Palace Lanes is not Your Mom-and-Pop Bowling Alley Anymore! The iconic and beloved Palace Lanes, a Bellaire-area staple built in 1955, where bowlers of all ages could enjoy a day or night out with friends and/or family for decades and where many...
“Having a Ball” with Houston Ballet-Not even the Texas Ice Storm Could Freeze Them Out!
Event Date: March 5, 2021Location: Various homesEvent: Virtual GalaNo. of Attendees: 250Money Raised: $850,000Beneficiary: Houston BalletBallet Ball Committee Hosts: Fady Armanious, Susan Binney, Kristy J. Bradshaw, Anne Chao, Jo Furr,...
Houston Symphony Wine Dinner & Collector’s Auction’s “Joie de Vivre” Brought Joy of Life to All Who Attended … For Several Hours at Least!
Event Date: April 23, 2021Location: The AstorianEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 215+Money Raised: $550,000+Beneficiary: Houston SymphonyChairpersons: Ann and Jonathan AyreCollector's Auction Chairperson: Bob WeinerHonorary Chairs: Vicki...
Wags & Whiskers Brunch and Pet Fashion Show-“Jet Set Pets” Provided Animals Non-stop Service from Hungry to Fed!
Event Date: May 8, 2021Location: Lone Star Flight MuseumEvent: Virtual No. of Attendees: 200+Money Raised: $70,000+Beneficiary: Animeals, a program of Interfaith Ministries for Greater HoustonChairperson: M. A. ShutePublicity: The Padgett...
Immerse Yourself! Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit comes to Houston in August!
Immerse Yourself! - Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Comes to Houston in August! Famed visionary artist Vincent Van Gogh once said, “I dream of painting and then I paint my dream.” And so, he did! This Dutch post-impressionist painter posthumously...
Houston symphony’s royal phoenix ball was a virtual and actual success
Event Date: February 27, 2021 Location: The Post Oak at Uptown Event: Gala No. of Attendees: 114 Actual; 140 Virtual Money Raised: $800,000+ Beneficiary: Houston Symphony Chairpersons: Rini and Edward Ziegler Honorees: Robin Angly, Miles...
Pecans for every Palate!
Pecans for Every Palate! My aunt and uncle Betty & Joe Burton owned a large pecan orchard on their land in Wichita Falls for many years, which provided the state with some of the finest pecans around. My mom would travel there many times during the year and help...
Mama’s “Ten Gold Medal” Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Mama's “Ten Gold Medal” Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Ingredients: 1 cup Butter-flavored Crisco or butter1¼ cup light brown sugar½ cup granulated sugar2 eggs¼ cup water1 tsp. vanilla extract1-2/3 cup flour1 tsp. Kosher salt1 tsp. baking soda3½ cups old-fashioned oatmeal1 cup...
Scott’s “Haute Holiday Dozen”
Our city's amazing retail establishments have been suffering, along with our community's restaurants, event vendors and many other business types. As I was perusing websites online recently, I noticed that Oprah had continued her annual "Oprah's Favorite Things!" I...
Houston’s Favorite Holiday Stroll Returns-Taking Time to Enjoy Houston Zoo’s Annual “Zoo Lights”
Houston’s Favorite Holiday Stroll Returns—Taking Time to Enjoy Houston Zoo’s Annual “Zoo Lights” Even during a pandemic, Houstonians’ excitement abounds for “Zoo Lights,” presented by TXU Energy. Eight years ago, Lonnie Hanzon and his Lakewood,...
Fran’s Hearty Taco Soup
Our dear friend, Fran Fauntleroy has been a part of The Social Book since 1997 and we have been proud to have her with us. For many years, during the Christmas holidays, Fran would come by our house and drop off the most delicious soup for us to enjoy for several...
Jeff’s Sweet Potato Pecan Pie
JEFF’S SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE WITH BOURBON WHIPPED CREAM SAUCE courtesy of Pappadeaux's Ingredients: 1 (9-10" size) unbaked pie pastry for a single crust Sweet Potato Layer: 1 ¼ cup cooked, mashed sweet potatoes ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup granulated sugar 1 egg, lightly...
Memories of “Miss Moonlight”
Looking Back at the Extraordinary Life of Houston Chronicle Columnist Maxine Mesinger
