June 4th - Outdoor Family Movie Night on the Lawn at Memorial City
Enjoy a beautiful summer evening with this outdoor movie night on the Lawn at Memorial City. Bring a blanket for your family and we'll take care of the rest! This family fun-filled evening includes dinner complete fabulous food for both kids and adults - Ciro's pizza, Nathan's mini hot dogs and more! Popcorn, drinks (strawberry lemonade and cherry limeade - yum!), popsicles and special treats will also be served. There will be a play area for the littles who can't quite sit through a whole movie yet. BYOB for adult beverages.
The is a private party for only those who purchase tickets through The Children's Fund.
Additional Details
- Ticket: $100/family
- When: June 4, 2021
- Where: Lawn at Memorial City (between Hotel Zaza and Ciro's)
- Check-in begins at 7:00 pm, movie starts around 8:00 based on sunset
- Food and non-alcoholic drinks will be served
- Alcoholic beverages are permitted and can be brought to the event but must be consumed on site
- Free parking available in Nexen garage
Party Hosts: Memorial City, Stacy & Jason Johnson, Linsey & Drew Ward, Erika & Jack Nadal, and Corrinne & Chuck Plumhoff
June 12th - HCC Couple Tennis Tournament
Channel your inner John McEnroe and Steffi Graf for a throwback 80s couple tennis tournament! Oh, "Sweet Child O' Mine" don't you worry, no one is going to be "Under Pressure" to play their best tennis at this tournament. All you need is your best 80's attire and a racquet, and we can assure you that "Every Breath You Take" on the court will be matched with plenty of Planter's Punch (or your drink of choice!) and food to keep you going.
Additional Details
- Ticket: $200/couple
- When: June 12, 2021 (check-in at 5:00 pm)
- Where: Houston Country Club (you don't need to be a member of HCC to play)
- 80's themed tennis attire; round-robin style tournament
Party Hosts: Claire & John Kruse, Carrie & John-Hays Compton, Blair & Jack Foster, Karla & Nicholas Wiedemann, Taylor & Jeff Jackson, and Scarlett & Scott Hankey
August 26th - ‘Smart in the Kitchen’ Cooking Class
Marcia Smart of Smart in the Kitchen is a cooking instructor, recipe developer and food writer who wants to help you make good, simple meals for your family and friends. She craves food that's seasonal and delicious and wants to share it with you. Enjoy a private cooking class led Marcia Smart of Smart in the Kitchen (via zoom) + a $50 Instacart credit to have all your ingredients delivered! The night will include a cocktail and two delicious recipes for the following:
- Sbagliato cocktails (Negronis with Prosecco instead of gin)
- Oven roasted steak fries
- Spice-rubbed, pan seared rib eyes
- Chimichurri
- Caesar salad with romaine hearts (or shredded kale)
Additional Details
- Ticket: $85/household
- When: August 26, 2021 at 6pm
- Where: Comfort of your own kitchen
- Marcia will share her cooking and shopping tips + take the opportunity to ask questions throughout the class! You will also receive bonus recipes for easy weeknight desserts try out on your own.
- Learn more about Marcia Long at www.smartinthekitchen.com
September 25th - Oktoberfest
Say goodbye to September and hello to October with Oktoberfest in Texas! Get ready to eat, drink, and enjoy at an amazing couples-only night out, biergarten style. And in Texas, what goes better with beer and drinks than BBQ? Enjoy delicious Goode Co. BBQ in your lederhosen with a beer in hand. This night will be the talk of the town, you don't want to miss out!
Additional Details
- Tickets: $100/person
- When: September 25, 2021 at 6pm
- Where: Christine and Chase Williamson's backyard turned Biergarten
- Car service recommended
Party Hosts: Lindsay & Grant Amburn, Amy & Kevin Goodman, Amanda & Topher Ollison, Stacy & Jason Johnson, and Erika & Jack Nadal
October 30th – Day Trip to Shop Round Top
Gather your best gals for this ultimate planning, shopping and day-trip combo!
PART ONE: All Things Round Top by Cathy and Courtney of RENOVATE on Oct 1st
- First time to Round Top or seasoned shopper?! Either one, we've got you covered!
- It all begins with a private one-hour Round Top showcase from expert mother/daughter team and Renovate owners, Cathy Hutton and Courtney Prochaska. Learn the ins and outs, secret finds and must-sees of Round Top!
- Snack on some light bites and ask all the questions you have! Then stick around to shop and enjoy 20% off your same-day purchase.
PART TWO: Shopping Day Trip to Round Top on Oct 30th
- Take all your newfound antiquing, shopping and design expertise on the road for a fun day trip to Round Top during their Fall Antique Show
- A private bus will pick up you and your friends near the Galleria
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast and sip on mimosas on your way to Round Top
- Tickets to the Marburger Farm Antique show tickets will be provided
- And after a busy shopping day, fabulous snacks and famous cookies will be waiting for you for the ride home!
Additional Details
Ticket: $100/person
Renovate Round Top Planning Party
- When: October 1st
- Where: Renovate store (7413 Westview Drive, Suite C 77005)
Day Trip to Shop Round Top
- When: October 30th
- Where: Bus to pick up near Galleria to head to Round Top (depart Houston at 8:30am and depart Round Top at 2:15pm)
Party Hosts: Scarlett & Scott Hankey, Kim & Ted Hartz, and Corinne & Chuck Plumhoff
November 6th – Young, Wild & Friedman Play-DO Party
Play-dough, pumpkin decorating, snow cones, and donuts, oh my! Bring your littles to the ultimate fall festival where they can celebrate with custom play-do kits by the one and only Young, Wild, and Friedman, engage in fun sensory activities, decorate pumpkins, enjoy the Unicorn Snow Cones truck, River Oaks Donuts, and other yummy snacks and creative activities!
This event is a must-do for little ones ages 3-8. Come ready to snap precious pics of all the fun in those cute pumpkin outfits!
Additional Details
- Tickets: $100/child (includes everything mentioned above + a full-sized YWF play-dough kit)
- When: November 6, 2021 at 10am
- Where: Erika and Jack Nadal's House
Party Hosts: Erika & Jack Nadal, Lindsey & Drew Ward, and Jennifer & Jack Doherty
