Event Date: May 6, 2022Location: 51Fifteen Cuisine and Cocktails at Saks Fifth AvenueEvent: Tea receptionNo. of Attendees: 90~Hosts: Anne Carl, Deborah Duncan, Sylvia Forsythe, Kim Moody, Warner Roberts and Alicia SmithBeneficiary: The...
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)
“I Want My GTV” Finally Got Its Turn in the Spotlight at Glassell School Benefit & Auction
Event Date: May 12, 2022Location: Glassell School of ArtEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 200+Money Raised: $508,583Beneficiary: Glassell School of ArtChairpersons: Leigh and Reggie SmithDécor, Florals and Cuisine: Swift + companyPhotography: ...
Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Icing
Jeff's Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Icing Inspired by a recipe from Ina Garten, the Barefoot ContessaPhoto courtesy of BakersRoyale.comPrep and Cook time: 45-60 minutes | Makes 12-18 cupcakes Ingredients:1½ cups all-purpose flour1½ cups granulated sugar¾ cup...
A Perfect Storm of Excellence Helps Holocaust Museum Houston Raise $2 million
Event Date: May 17, 2022Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 1,300Money Raised: $2,000,000Beneficiary: Holocaust Museum HoustonChairpersons: Mady and Ken KadesDécor & Florals: Bergner and Johnson...
Chalk It Up to Via Colori Houston 2022!
Chalk It Up with Via Colori Houston! In 1994, Rick Compton founded and presented the first Via Colori®, which was unveiled in Naples, Florida. This exciting street-painting, chalk-art festival has made some quite remarkable statistics in its more...
HCC Foundation 50th Anniversary Celebration-A Houston Icon Gets His Crystal Eagle!
Event Date: May 14, 2022Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 500Money Raised: $750,000Beneficiary: Houston Community CollegeChairpersons: Jessica and Ryan McCauleyHonoree: Jim McIngvaleDécor & Florals: ...
Houston Symphony Wine Dinner and Collectors Auction Went From Cellar to Stage-Again!
Event Date: May 13, 2022Location: On-Stage at Jones HallEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 350Money Raised: $650,000Beneficiary: Houston SymphonyChairpersons: Joan and Robert DuffDinner Wine Pairings: John Rydman, President of Spec's Wines,...
Rienzi Spring Party-Former House of Masterson Becomes “House of Tiles”
Event Date: May 6, 2022Location: RienziEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 159Money Raised: $133,000Beneficiary: RienziChairpersons: Catherine and George Masterson, Kathy and Harry Masterson, Libbie Masterson and Mark Sullivan, Tiffany and Charles...
Houston Philanthropist’s “Grande” Gesture Renames Building to Margaret Alkek Williams Center for Dance
Houston Philanthropist’s “Grande” Gesture Renames Building toMargaret Alkek Williams Center for Dance Margaret Alkek Wiliams, scion of legendary Texas oil family Margaret and Albert Alkek, bestowed another equally legendary gift to Houston...
Men of Distinction Annual Luncheon Boasts A Fifteenth Success!
Event Date: May 4, 2022Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: LuncheonMonies raised: $300,000Honorary Chairs: Past Men of Distinction honoreesChairperson: Tracy DieterichHonorees: Dr. Stanley Appel, John Butler, Jr., Keith Mosing and Jim...
Bayou Bend Fashion Show & Luncheon 2022-“Interior” but Exterior!
Event Date: April 8, 2022Location: Bayou Bend Collection and GardensEvent: Luncheon & Fashion ShowNo. of Attendees: 260+Money Raised: $423,000Beneficiary: Bayou Bend Collections and GardensChairpersons: Anne Chao and Carolyn Chao...
Houston Ballet and Bludorn “Raised the Barre” for a Delicious “Duos” Dinner
Event Date: April 24, 2022Location: BludornEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 150Money Raised: $150,000Beneficiary: Houston BalletChairpersons: Lilly & Harrison Cullen and Amy & Jordan PincuHonoree: The Jerry C. Dearing Family...
Bayou Bend Garden Party-Butterflies & More!
Event Date: April 10, 2022Location: Bayou Bend Collection and GardensEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 270+Money Raised: $533,000Beneficiary: Bayou Bend Collections and GardensChairperson: Sharon G. DiesDécor & Florals: The Events...
Houston Heroes were Proudly Honored at the Annual Crime Stoppers Awards Luncheon
Event Date: April 14, 2022Location: Royal Sonesta HotelEvent: LuncheonNo. of Attendees: 290+Money Raised: $210,000Beneficiary: Crime Stoppers of HoustonHonorees: FOX26, Breaking Bond Series, Joe Madison, Amy Leibman, Genny McIntyre,...
MFAH Latin American Experience Weekend 2022—Two Years. Four Days. $1.9 Million!
Event Date: March 24-27, 2022Location: The Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 410Money Raised: $1,900,000Beneficiary: MFAH Latin American Art DepartmentHonoree: Rusty WorthamDécor: The Events CompanyCuisine: City...
The Obama Portraits Tour Comes to Houston at MFAH-Preview and Dinner for the Exhibition
Event Date: March 30, 2022Location: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston-Caroline Wiess Law BuildingEvent: Gala and Exhibition PreviewNo. of Attendees: 130+Beneficiary: The Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonCuisine: City Kitchen and...
Society for the Performing Arts Had a “Ball” Honoring a Great Houston Couple and then Changed its Name!
Event Date: April 2, 2022Location: Wortham Theater CenterEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 360Money Raised: $600,000Beneficiary: Society for the Performing ArtsChairpersons: Paul and Kristina SomervilleHonorees: Phoebe and Bobby TudorDécor: ...
Houston Children’s Charity President and CEO Honored with Room Dedication and Unveiling at Texas Children’s Hospital
Houston Children’s Charity President and CEO Honoredwith Room Dedication and Unveiling at Texas Children’s Hospital Laura S. Ward, President and CEO of Houston Children’s Charity, was at a loss for words as Texas Children’s Hospital surprised her...
Barbara Bush Literacy Foundation’s “A Celebration of Reading-Life. Liberty. Literacy.”
Well-Known Authors Speak and A New Adult Literacy Initiative is Launched
The Life and Legacy of Martha Turner Bauguss, a Houston Legend and Lifelong Friend
The Life and Legacy of Martha Turner BaugussOur Tribute to a Houston Legend and Lifelong Friend Houston real estate broker Martha Turner has been called “icon,” “leader,” “legend,” “maven,” “magnate,” and more, during the 33 years she spent...