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...
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)
“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
Neiman Marcus Was Once Again the Place to be as the New General Manager welcomed Houston Symphony League
Event Date: November 4, 2020 Location: Neiman Marcus Event: Champagne Reception No. of Attendees: 40Monies Raised: $9,000+ Beneficiary: Houston Symphony LeagueChairperson: Cheryl ByingtonCuisine: Mariposa at Neiman MarcusPhotography: ...
HPFFA Charitable Foundation’s “Red Hot Gala” was a Flaming Success
Event Date: November 14, 2020 Location: Royal Sonesta Hotel Event: GalaNo. of Attendees: 210 Money Raised: $410,000+ Beneficiary: Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association (HPFFA) Honorary Chairs: Kelley and Stephen...
Scott’s Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake
Scott and Jeff's Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. ginger 1 tsp. allspice 1 tsp. espresso powder or instant coffee 2 cups granulated sugar ½ tsp. salt 1½ sticks...
Holiday Quarantine Watch List
As it appears, the pandemic is going to be with us for a lot longer than we had imagined. It also seems to be the upcoming norm that we continue wearing masks and social distancing with our family and friends. Many of us will not be spending time with loved ones...
From the Golden State to the Lone Star State All the Way to this Houston Charity-TEACH Celebrates Its 8th Annual Gala
Event Date: November 10, 2020 Location: Various homes Event: Virtual Gala Money Raised: $865,000 Beneficiary: To Educate All Children (TEACH) Chairpersons: Scott & Soraya McClelland and Carol & Mike Linn Honorees: Honorable Joanne...
The Wonderful World of Women of Substance Was Virtually Wonderful Indeed!
Event Date: November 6, 2020 Location: Various homes Event: Virtual LuncheonMoney Raised: $400,000 Beneficiary: The Mission of YahwehHonorary Chairs: Regina Rogers, Sybil Roos and Rose CullenChairperson: Kristina SomervilleHonorees: Lilly...
Mama’s Hummingbird Cake
Mama's "Grand Prize" Hummingbird Cake with Scott's Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients: 3—9” floured and greased cake pans, bottom lined with parchment paper 1½ cup cooking oil 3 large or extra-large eggs 3 cups flour 2 cup sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda (heaping...
