What: 2022 Tapestry Gala When: November 12th at 6:30pm Where: Hilton Americas – Houston 1600 Lamar Street Houston, 77010 Details: Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston (Interfaith Ministries) will celebrate dialogue, collaboration and service at its annual Tapestry Gala on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilton Americas – Houston. This year’s gala will honor Laurence J. “Larry” Payne and Spirit of Respect honoree Dr. Stephen Klineberg. Community Champions include Houston Methodist and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Houston Area. Event Chairs are Dr. Kathy Flanagan and Mayor Sylvester Turner, Paula Sutton and Bill Gross. ABC 13’s Melanie Lawson will serve as the emcee and the evening will begin with a multi-faith invocation. Interfaith Ministries President and CEO Martin B. Cominsky and Board Chair Charlene Chuang invite guests and supporters to a delightful evening of celebration, dinner, and special entertainment. The Palladium Weaver Sponsor is Shell Oil Company. For more than 50 years, Interfaith Ministries has united people of diverse backgrounds to serve the Greater Houston area and manifests the strength of shared beliefs through five areas of service to the greater Houston community: Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston and Galveston County/Animeals; Refugee Services; Interfaith Relations and Community Partnerships; Volunteer Houston; and SERVE HOUSTON. Cost: $500 for individual tickets Event Contact: Kyra Thomas at kthomas@imgh.org or call 713-533-4925

The Houston Concierge Association (HCA) will host the 16th Annual Concierge Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, November 21, 2022, at 8 a.m. at the Wildcat Golf Club. Proceeds from the Classic Golf Tournament will fund the HCA Endowment Scholarship for hotel and restaurant students at University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership. HCA welcomes guests to breakfast, courtesy of D’lish Catering, followed by a shotgun start. All golfers will enjoy complimentary Bloody Marys courtesy of Dash Vodka, cigars by Stogies World Class Cigars, and the use of the driving range and putting green before the tournament begins. Lunch and refreshments will be provided by Arts & Crepes Bistro On the Go following the awards ceremony. Participants will compete for top prizes and awards for 1st and 2nd place teams. Guests are invited to participate in a silent auction as well as a raffle and sports memorabilia auction sponsored by Paul Cauthen Sports Memorabilia. The golf classic tournament will be photographed by Richard Hudgens Golf Photography. HCA welcomes all individuals, businesses, and organizations to participate and sponsor the event. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or how to register a team, please contact Guy Yount at keyhou@aol.com or 713-385-6960. When: Monday, November 21, 2022 at 8am Where: Wildcat Golf Club 12000 Almeda Rd. Houston, TX 77045 Cost: $400 – Gold Sponsor Includes Foursome and Hole Sponsorship $300 – Silver Sponsor Includes Foursome $150 – Bronze Sponsor Includes Twosome $85 – Individual Player $50 – Student Player $200 – Student Team Website: http://www.houstonconciergeassn.org/ Event contact: Guy Yount at keyhou@aol.com or 713-385-6960

What: 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon When: Sunday, October 30th at 11:00am Where: Royal Sonesta Hotel 2222 West South Loop, Houston 77027 Who: The Women's Fund for Health Education Event Description: The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency along with Luncheon Co-Chairs Laura Davenport with her daughter Lucy and Luba Bigman with her daughters, Katya and Keira are hosting a “Girls Who Rule the World” themed 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. ABC13’s Gina Gaston will emcee and welcome guests along with girls and women who participate in The Women’s Fund’s Health Education programs to a fun-filled afternoon featuring The Women’s Fund Advisory Board Member, fashion designer, entrepreneur, and author Elaine Turner as the keynote speaker. An education session on a trending topic with experts in health, wellness, and mental health will begin at 11 a.m. and is open to all guests. The Women’s Fund supporters will indulge in a silent auction and baubles and bubbles champagne raffle for a chance to win luxury prizes and experiences such as fine jewelry and dinners. Girls can purchase “Balloon Pop Bags” filled with fun gifts and restaurant vouchers. Guests will enjoy the shopping extravaganza featuring 20 unique vendors including David Peck, Rewined Candles, Anna Irion, Tres Chic, Unique Urban Rocks, and more. During the luncheon, The Women’s Fund will recognize President and CEO of San Jose Clinic Maureen Sanders as the recipient of the Sue Trammell Whitfield Award for Resiliency for her involvement in strengthening the health and wellness of Houston-area women and adolescent girls through her volunteerism, leadership, and philanthropy. The Women’s Fund will also honor Mariam Chacko, MD with The John P. McGovern Foundation “Champion in Women’s Health and Wellness” Award for her dedication to providing exemplary and compassionate service in the field of adolescent girls' and women’s health and wellness. The Women’s Fund invites everyone to support the mission to help more adolescent girls and women lead happier, healthier, and more resilient lives by purchasing a sponsorship or tickets to the Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon at https://thewomensfund.org/events/rockin-resiliency-luncheon-fall-2022/. Event Contact: linda@thewomensfund.org

October 14th, 2022 What: Yoga, Artz and Brunch for Educator’s Empowerment When: Saturday, October 29th at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Where: RISE Rooftop, 2600 Travis St. Houston, 77006 Who: The Puranik Foundation Event Description: The Puranik Foundation will host “Yoga, Artz and Brunch for Educator’s Empowerment” on Saturday, October 29, 2022, from Noon to 4 p.m. indoors at RISE Rooftop, located at 2600 Travis St., Houston, 77006. While educators are at the forefront of empowering the next generation, the Puranik Foundation curated the mindfulness event for educators to show appreciation and support. The event will feature all levels of yoga practice, a three-course plant-based organic brunch, ice baths, local artists, mindfulness activities, and live music. Educators are invited to unwind, bring awareness to the now, and give back to themselves. The event is free for educators with preregistration and non-educators can purchase tickets for $48 at https://www.puranikfoundation.org/events/yabee. Event Info: Info@puranikfoundation.org

What: 10th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon When: Sunday, November 1, 2020, 12:30 p.m.  Where:  From the Comfort of Your Home Who: Luncheon Chairs Christine and Steve Johnson Honoring: Edna Meyer-Nelson as the recipient of the Sue Trammell Whitfield Award for Resiliency; Kathleen Schmeler, M.D. with The John P. McGovern Foundation “Champion in Women’s Health and Wellness” Award. Details:  Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring H-E-B President Scott McClelland as the keynote speaker, an Education Session for women and girls alike which will focus on trending topics, live entertainment, online silent auction, baubles and bubbles champagne raffle and more. All the proceeds support the mission to help more adolescent girls and women lead happier, healthier and more resilient lives.   Tariff: Tickets - $250 / Tables - $2,500 and above Contact: Linda Rhodes, 713-623-6543, linda@thewomensfund.org. Tickets can also be purchases online at www.thewomensfund.org/events.