Art is the Future at Artpace
Monday, April 23, 2012 by Carole

The annual Artpace Happening fundraiser and it’s futuristic theme, was an out-of-this world success.

Keeping in mind that today's artists set the foundation for tomorrow, guests at this extremely exclusive, formal event got a glimpse into a fantastical world where art IS the future, with signature cocktails and exquisite cuisine.  And the party has become famous for its notorious after party on the Artpace roof. 

This year’s dance party featured DJs AndrewAndrew from New York, New York--all set amidst new exhibitions by 2012 International Artists-...

Los Compadres Make It Your Mission Celebration
Monday, April 23, 2012 by Carole

The “Make It Your Mission Celebration,” presented by Los Compadres, celebrated its 21st  year with a fabulous party at Mission Concepción. The evening, chaired by Rick Grinnan, began with a reception followed by a seated dinner and live entertainment.  Local philanthropists Kathleen and Curtis Gunn were also honored for their donation of land adjacent to Mission Concepción valued at $1.265 million—the single largest donation in Los Compadres’  history.

Every year, Los Compadres holds the event at a different San Antonio Mission...

Le Brunch des Chapeaux
Monday, April 23, 2012 by Carole

Hats, hats and more hats at Le Brunch des Chapeaux

Le Brunch des Chapeaux, an annual event benefiting the Autism Community Network, features ladies in a colorful sea of hats amid the backdrop of the historic Argyle Club.  This event is in its ninth year and has become a sell-out ticket for the past several of those.  During this delightful party, the ladies enjoy a delicious brunch, amazing raffle and an oh, so stylish, style show by Julian Gold at the Argyle.  

This year’s featured speakers, Fanny Gunn, Josie Nash ...

Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Man/Woman of the Year title
Monday, April 23, 2012 by Carole

The Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Man/Woman of the Year fundraising competition candidates recently held a “Halfway Point Party” at the Quarry Golf Club  to celebrate their fundraising mid-point.  Supporters gathered to encourage this year’s candidates for Man of the Year: Marco Barros, Scott Cummins, David DeLeon, Albert Estrada, Donovan Fikes, Bryan Gathright, Rick Kuper, John Lopez, Raul Machuca, Jr. and Chuck Powell and Women of the Year candidates: Corie Boldt, Lorena Rios-Contreras, Phyllis Gallay, Maricela Mazuca and ...

Cancer Center Council Luncheon
Monday, April 23, 2012 by Carole

The 19th Annual Cancer Center Council Spring Luncheon was an afternoon of giving, sharing and laughter emceed by KSAT Anchor and cancer survivor Leslie Mouton.  CCC members honored mother/daughter “dynamic duo” Bille Kite Howlett and Lisa Cohick and then enjoyed hilarious speaker/comedian/juggler Scott Burton.  This annual event brought a sold out crowd to the Pearl Stable.

The Cancer Center Council (CCC) is an all-volunteer organization comprised of almost 600 members. The mission of the CCC is to support the Cancer Therapy & Research Center (CTRC)...

An enchanted evening at the 2012 Symphony Ball
Monday, March 26, 2012 by Carole

The San Antonio Symphony League’s Annual Symphony Ball, themed “An Enchanted Evening at the Alhambra,” was held at the Hill Country Hyatt to honor the 2012 Symphony Belles and Mrs. Jacob M. Huffman.

This year’s Symphony Belles were:  Megan Rose Anderson, Courtney Allison Barnard, Sophie Rose Beckendorf, Brennan Bowman, Teresa Browning, Frances Lee Caldwell, Rea Marouf Cleland, Ellen Cromack, Anna Fiallo, Macarena Gaona, Marissita Garcia, Caroline Howard, Margaret Massari, Alexandra Medellin, Allie Marie Reilly, Madison Rohde, Emily Rosenbloom,...

2012 Red Shoes Gala
Monday, March 26, 2012 by Carole

There’s no place like home. . . except maybe the Red Shoes Gala

This year, St. PJ’s supporters put a different twist on the red shoes theme, remembered the days of Elvis and rock ‘n’ roll and put on their red suede shoes!

The Red Shoes Gala, benefitting St. Peter/St. Joseph Children’s Home and honoring SWBC and its founders Charlie Amato and Gary Dudley, took place at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa. Event Chairs were Alexandra and Paul Rockwood and co-chairs were Harry and Victoria Flavin.

There was a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner,...

Valentines Luncheon benefits Friends of Hospice
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Carole

The annual Valentine Luncheon to benefit Friends of Hospice was chaired by Patti King and Dian Sherrod.  This annual event, held at the San Antonio Country Club,  features an enormous silent auction, a delicious lunch and an amazing Spring Fashion Show by Julian Gold featuring local models. 

Through the Valentine Luncheon, the Friends of Hospice organization provides funds for uninsured patients of Christus VNA ,the only non-profit hospice in San Antonio.  For 20 years, Christus VNA has helped to ensure that no one is denied hospice care due to...

Courtyard Hounds reception for St. Luke's scholarship fund
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Carole

At a special reception at The Penthouse on Broadway, former Dixie Chicks Emily Robison and Martie Maguire celebrated the formation of their new band, the Courtyard Hounds.  The Hounds performed a few days later at ther Empire Theatre in a benefit concert for St. Luke’s Episcopal School’s John Radney Foster Service Scholarship, band member Radney Foster’s father.   

This scholarship provides financial assistance for a student’s tuition each year for up to three years in middle school.

A Schizophrenic Love Story Red Carpet Premiere
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Carole

During the red carpet premiere of A Schizophrenic Love Story at the Alamo Drafthouse, directors Glenn Levy and Dylan Ellis, producer Derek Nixon, screenwriter Andrew Pozza and executive producers Alexa Person, Kurt Wehner, Philip Marlatt and Glenn Levy came out for a special screening for San Antonio VIPs.

A Schizophrenic Love Story is a romantic comedy about an agoraphobic young man living with three hallucinations. When beautiful girl knocks on his door, he finds himself struggling to decipher if she is real or just another...