The Social Book 2024 Houston Treasures Awards Gala“An Emerald Evening” celebrating Twenty Years of Houston Treasures The Social Book, Houston's premier calendar of charitable events, resource guide, and go-to compendium of all things social,...
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 Substantive Luncheon for Women of Substance at the Seventh Annual Luncheon
Event Date: November 1, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: LuncheonBeneficiary: Houston reVisionNo. in attendance: 420Money raised: $500,000Chairpersons: Sippi Khurana, M.D. and Amy PierceHonorees: Cora Sue Mach, Eileen Lawal,...
Destination: Monte Carlo Lands at Lone Star Flight Museum “Jet Setters Ball”
Event Date: November 21, 2023Location: Lone Star Flight Museum HangarEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Lone Star Flight MuseumPresenting Sponsors: CenterPoint Energy, ConocoPhillips, and Bette and Ralph ThomasKey Sponsors: Carolyn and Anthony Hall,...
Citizens for Animal Protection Celebrity Paws Gala’s “Mission Pawsible” is “Mission Accomplished”
Event Date: November 18, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Citizens for Animal ProtectionPresenting Sponsor: West Houston SubaruNo. in attendance: 800+Money raised: $925,000+Chairpersons: Jody Meritt and...
Boo Ball Brought Out the Halloween Spirit and Raised a Scary High Six-Figure Sum!
Event Date: October 28, 2023Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Ronald McDonald House HoustonNo. in attendance: 720Money raised: $820,000Chairpersons: April and Wells McGeeHonorees: Hess Corporation and Kaye...
An Emmy and Tony Winner Interviewed by Another Emmy Winner on a White House-Inspired Stage, Helped Ladies for Literacy Guild Raise $500,000!
[soliEvent Date: October 20, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: LuncheonBeneficiaries: Barbara Bush Houston Literacy FoundationPresenting Sponsor: Phillips 66No. in attendance: 550Money raised: $500,000Chairperson: Maureen...
Mom’s Banana Crunch Muffins are a Treat Anytime!
Mom's Banana Crunch Muffins Inspired by Ina Garten, The Barefoot ContessaPrep and Cook time: 40-50 minutes | Makes 18-24 These buttery and moist Banana Crunch Muffins marries mom’s Banana Nut Muffin recipe with the creative genius of Ina Garten, balancing the...
70s New York Visits the Children’s Museum at its “A Night at Studio 54” Gala
Event Date: October 14, 2023Location: The CorinthianEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Children's Museum HoustonPresenting Sponsor: Phillips 66No. in attendance: 600Money raised: $1,100,000Chairpersons: Katie and Scott Arnoldy and Holly and Steve...
American Cancer Society and Steak 48 Kick Off Ten Days of the 26th Annual Holiday Shopping Card
Event Date: October 19, 2023Location: Steak 48Event: ReceptionBeneficiaries: American Cancer SocietyChairpersons: Danny and Robin KlaesPhotography: Quy TranAmerican Cancer Society and Steak 48 Kick Off Ten Days of the 26th Annual Holiday...
Italian Food, Fashion and Friends Celebrated at Italian Cultural and Community Center Fall Luncheon
Event Date: October 17, 2023Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: LuncheonBeneficiaries: Italian Cultural & Community CenterNo. in attendance: 300Money Raised: $185,000Chairpersons: Lesha Elsenbrook and Ginger NiemannHonorees: Roz...
Houston Children’s Charity Has a Record-Setting $4.2 Million Gala with “Peace, Love, Rock & Roll”
Event Date: October 13, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Houston Children's CharityNo. in attendance: 715Money Raised: $4,200,000Honoree: Trini MendenhallPresenting Sponsors: Maria Moncada Alaoui (Sonic...
Children Walked the Walk and Stole the Show at the “Salute to Champions Luncheon and Fashion Show
Event Date: October 6, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: LuncheonBeneficiaries: Texas Children’s Cancer Center and Hematology Center at Texas Children’s HospitalNo. in attendance: 400+Money Raised: $500,000Chairpersons: Scott...
Everyone “Laughed Out Loud and Stood Strong” at the Nancy Owens Breast Cancer Foundation Luncheon
Event Date: October 2, 2023Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: LuncheonBeneficiaries: Nancy Owens Breast Cancer Foundation (NOBCF)No. in attendance: 500Money Raised: $140,000Chairperson: Terri GuerraHonoree: Lori CarperPresenting...
Sixth Annual HPFFA Charitable Foundation “Red Hot” Gala Had a Packed Crowd “On Fire!” For a Record Night!
Event Date: October 7, 2023Location: Royal SonestaEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Houston Professional Firefighters Charitable Foundation (HPFFA Charitable Foundation)No. in attendance: 455Money Raised: $750,000Chairpersons: Elizabeth and Alan...
Houston Symphony’s Opening Night Concert & Gala Was a Lofty Six-Figure Success at the Newly Renovated Jones Hall
Event Date: September 29, 2023Location: Jones Hall and Corinthian HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Houston SymphonyNo. in attendance: 350Money Raised: $635,000Chairpersons: Marilglyn and Stephen GlennHonoree: Beth MadisonDécor: The...
“You Get a Scholarship, and You Get a Scholarship, and You Get a Scholarship!” at Linda Lorelle Scholarship’s “Paying it Forward” Legacy Gala
Event Date: September 30, 2023Location: Royal Sonesta HotelEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Linda Lorelle Scholarship FundNo. in attendance: 380Money Raised: $310,000Honorary Chairs: Philamena & Arthur Baird, Debbie & Roger Clemens, Tissy...
Rat Pack Entertains 200 at Pearl Ball’s “Supper Club 35” and Brings “Ol’ Blue Eyes” to Houston!
Event Date: September 27, 2023Location: River Oaks Country ClubEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: Good Samaritan FoundationNo. in attendance: 200Money Raised: $250,000Chairpersons: Courtney & Jason Fertitta and Lauren & Warren...
Scott’s Scrumptious Spinach Quiche Hits the Spot!
Scott's Spinach Quiche Prep and Cook time: 90-100 minutes | Serves 6-8 INGREDIENTS:1 box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 box Egg Beaters (equal to 5 eggs) or 5 eggs, beaten6-8 green onions, include stems, chopped2 cups shredded Monterrey Jack cheese (or...
Team Up Event Shows You Don’t Need a Baseball Field to Get the Players There!
Event Date: September 21, 2023Location: Silver Street StudiosEvent: GalaBeneficiaries: The Lance McCullers, Jr. Foundation, Jose Altuve Foundation and Kyle Tucker FoundationNo. in attendance: 500+Money Raised: $600,000Chairpersons: Kate...
A Standing Ovation as HelpCureHD Gala Hits a Home Run!
Event Date: September 7, 2023Location: Union Station at Minute Maid ParkEvent: GalaBeneficiary: HelpCureHDNo. in attendance: 370Money Raised: $600,000Chairpersons: Joe Smith & Allie LaForceDécor, Florals and Linens: Let It FlyEvent...