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,...
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)
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...
Reflections on Style Luncheon and Chic Boutique Raises “The Art of Fashion” to $1 million
Luncheon Event Date: April 12, 2022Chic Boutique Showroom Event Date: April 13-16, 2022Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: Luncheon, Fashion Show and Shopping ExperienceNo. of Attendees: 420Money Raised: $1,000,000Beneficiary: ...
Scott’s Kicked-Up Bananas Foster
Scott's Kicked-Up Bananas Foster Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes | (Serves 4 people) | Photo: Courtesy of Brennan's Ingredients:½ cup (1 regular stick) unsalted butter1 cup packed brown sugar6 tbsp. light or dark rum, divided2 tbsp. banana liqueur...
A Voyage Five Years in the Making—HGO’s “Le Voyage à Marrakech” Does Not Disappoint
Event Date: April 9, 2022Location: Wortham Theater CenterEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 470Money Raised: $1,250,000Beneficiary: Houston Grand OperaChairpersons: Jennifer and Benjamin FinkDécor & Florals: The Events CompanyCuisine: City...
Third Time’s the Charm For Kickstart Kids at the 29th Annual Boots and Black Belts Gala
Event Date: April 9, 2022Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 500+Money Raised: $1 million+Beneficiary: Kickstart KidsChairpersons: Chuck & Gena Norris and Keith & Alice MosingHonorees: Darlene Cordova...
Spirit of Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show Celebrates 22 Years of Donor Impact
Event Date: March 29, 2022Location: Royal Sonesta HotelEvent: Luncheon and Fashion ShowNo. of Attendees: 300Beneficiary: Children's Assessment CenterHonorary Chair: Ursaline HamiltonChairperson: Lily SchnitzerFlorals: H-E-BPhotography: ...
Men of Distinction Luncheon Celebrates Fifteen Years and Over Five Million Dollars
Men of Distinction Luncheon Celebrates Fifteen Years and Over Five Million Dollars In the late fall of 2006, several Houston men, comprising Scott Evans, Steve Mach, Ed McMahon and David Wuthrich saw a need and combined forces to create an event...
Chef Kate McLean Makes Her Own Luck!
Chef Kate McLean Makes Her Own Luck! Photo of Kate McLean, Tony Vallone and Donna Vallone courtesy of Tony's In the spirit of International Women’s Day, The Social Book would like to feature a woman who is once again making tsunami waves in the restaurant community....
Berg Hospitality Group Makes History at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo with The Ranch Saloon + Steakhouse
The Ranch Saloon + SteakhouseBen Berg Makes Rodeo History Restaurateur Ben Berg, Owner of Berg Hospitality Group, has now done what no other dining establishment has done in the 90 years of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. He has created a...
Nine Decades of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Nine Decades of Houston Livestock and Rodeo90 Years of Roping, Riding, fun and fund-Raising What other charity can boast over $500 million raised, 800 scholarships grants totaling $14 million yearly, has nine decades of service and gives back to...
Scott’s Morning Glory Muffins
Scott's Morning Glory Muffins Ingredients:2 cups grated or shredded carrots1 cup grated or shredded apple, peeled and cored1 stick butter (8 tbsp. or ½ cup), softened3/4 cup white granulated sugar3 eggs2 tsp. vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 tsp. baking...
Move for Hunger—A Story Worth Telling
Move for Hunger–A Story Worth Telling One thing that always warms my heart is to see someone in our nation see a need and build their idea into something that helps humanity across the nation. One of these outstanding humans is New Jersey native and Springsteen fan...
All First Class Seats at 2022 Heart Ball “Journeys of the Heart”
Event Date: February 12, 2022Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaNo. of Attendees: 500Money Raised: $2,300,000Beneficiary: American Heart AssociationChairpersons: Joanne Houck and Tim SingletaryHonorees: Ann & Peter Fluor,...
B&B Butchers’ Legendary Beef Wellington Recipe
B&B Butchers' Recipe for Beef Wellington Prep time: 45-60 minutes | Cook time: 35-45 minutes | (Serves 6-8 people) | Photo: Jenn Duncan Mushroom Duxelles Ingredients:¼ cup Shallots, minced2 cups Marsala Wine½ cup Panko breadcrumbs1 lb. Cremini mushroom1 lb. White...