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On January 23, 2016, The Age of Aquarius benefiting the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America held its Winter Ball 2016 at The Hilton-Americas Hotel, 1600 Lamar, Houston, Texas. This Winter Ball 2016 honored ABC–Channel 13’s Women of Distinction. The 2016 Winter Ball Chairwomen were Jana Arnoldy and Susan Arnoldy Hansen, and the South Texas Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America celebrated this special night as some of Houston’s greatest women were honored.

Being a Woman of Distinction is a recognition for these ladies as they are given one of Houston’s highest honors for volunteerism and community service. They have made a commitment to keep this city thriving for all Houstonians and continue to be charitable on their own record. This night was presented to raise funds to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These diseases affect more than 1.6 million men, women, and children in America, of whom are under the age 18. More than 66,000 people in South Texas and 31,000 in the Houston Area. These digestive diseases affect people in your family, your community, and your city. This night supporting Crohn’s and Colitis Association of America (CCFA) empowers them to fund critical research toward better treatments and a cure, and to provide local patient support and education programs.

The underwriters, donors, sponsors, and partners include ABC-13, Mercedes-Benz Dealers of Greater Houston, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Additional thanks go out to the Winter Ball partners Gittings, Valobra, Master Jewelers, Glenwood Weber designs, and Tenenbaum Classic Jewelers.

2016 Women of Distinction are:

Gina Bahtia

Estela Cockrell

Gina Gaston Elie

Lisa Holthouse

Mady Kades

DeeDee Marsh

Paula Mendoza

JoAnn Petersen

Barbara Van Postman

Lynn Walsh

2016 Rising Star:

Bradlee Few

2016 Honored Hero:

Allie Doyle


On Sunday, December 27, 2015 the Missouri City–Sugar Land Chapter of Jack And Jill Of America held its 16th Biennial Beautillion at the Marriott Sugar Land Town Square. This year’s theme was Embracing Our Legacy│Fulfilling the Dream, and the Beautillion Ball’s purpose is to inspire personal dignity and worth in our community’s Black male youth, and to introduce the young citizens to the Houston Metropolitan Community. Missouri City–Sugar Land Chapter’s current president Mrs. Donna Wise-Joseph welcomed all the guests to this wonderful occasion that introduced 26 Beau’s to celebrate their transition into manhood and recognize their achievements as future leaders in our society. The Co-Chairs were Chaun Hubbard, Tammy Lanier, and Lisa Mead that helped design this experience to further the refinement of our young men and present them to society, as they brace themselves to launch their independent pursuits of higher education and manhood. The Mistress of Ceremony – Mrs. Melinda Spaulding (News Anchor, KRIV Fox 26), and Master of Ceremony – The Honorable Sylvester Turner (Mayor-Elect, City of Houston).

The 2015 Beautillion Class of the Missouri City-Sugar Land Chapter are: Canaan Marshall Anthony, Coulson Hays Anthony, Bryce Allen Broussard, James Robert Bryant III, Derrick Joseph Cyprian, Cameron Bernard Eason, Alex Chase Fontenot, Rodney Kevin Francois II, Colby Tyler Frazier, Howard Dubois Grant, Ollie Baldwin Harris IV, Justin Avery Hodrick, Dallis Decarlus Kendrick, Ryan Joshua Marshall, Christopher Nickolas Mathis, Mason Robert Mayes, Jeremiah Aquental McCollum, Jackson Wade Odom, Marcus Wayne Rockwell II, Brennan Cole Roquemore, Kenneth James Stephens II, Bryce Edwin Terrell, Tucker Christopher Toole, Roshaan Larenz Turner, Cameron Alexander West, and Devin David Woods.

This chapter was founded forty years ago in July, 1975 known as the Chasewood-Briargate Mothers Club in Southwest Houston. Today, there are currently 88 active members, 86 children and 41 active associates.


On Thursday, October 8, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. a luncheon for the Community Artists Collective was held at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston, Texas. The Community Artists’ Collective was the first visual arts organization in the Midtown/Third Ward area, and since 1985 has steadily presented the visual arts throughout the greater Houston area. The Collective’s mission is to provide the educational and cultural link among African American Artists and all communities, inspiring unlimited creativity. Also, the Collective’s core objectives include expanding the market for the original work of African American artists and making arts education more accessible to children and adults.

The program started with a welcome and overview of The Collective. Introduction of Lester Marks was given by Michelle Barnes (Founder/Executive Director) and the Presentation of the Lester Marks Patron of the Year Award Response was given by Houston’s fabulous first lady of philanthropy Dr. Carolyn Farb. Supporting the Community Artists’ Collective secures the future for thousands of our city’s youth because young people need the arts as a forum for safe expression, exploration, and authentic connection to the world around them. Research indicates that arts education strengthens student problem-solving and critical-thinking skills that promotes social skills that enhance the awareness and respect for others, and significantly bolsters their academic achievement and preparation for the work world. For more information to support this organization call (713) 523 – 1616 or go to their website www.thecollective.org. Congratulations Dr. Carolyn Farb!


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