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    Dancing Stars

    Houston's surprising dancing stars are revealed at kickoff party at Prada boutique

    Clifford Pugh
    Apr 5, 2016 | 1:09 pm

    What: Asian Pacific American Heritage Association cocktail reception and kickoff for "Dancing with the APAHA Stars" gala.

    Where:Prada Houston Galleria boutique.

    The scoop: Who knew Adrian Garcia could dance? The former Harris County sheriff was revealed as one of the contestants who will take part in the dance-themed Asian Pacific American Heritage Association gala on May 21 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. He will join community fundraiser Anika Jackson, Dr. Monica Patel (who is rumored to be one of the stars of the Bravo series,Married to Medicine) and dentist Dr. Marc Nguyen in the fun-filled danced competition.

    The dancers were introduced at a cocktail party at the posh Prada store, where APAHA president Nelvin Adriarico-Thandani also announced three gala honorees: Judge Theresa Chang, Munira Panjwani, and ABC 13. Sneha Merchant is this year's gala chairwoman. A portion of sales at the Prada store went to support APAHA.

    Who: Joining in the fun were Nick Merchant, Duyen Nguyen, Chloe Nguyen, Tatiana Massey, Chau Nguyen, Viet Hoang, Amy Dichoso, Tabitha Smith, Gordon Quan, Christina Zhou, Sippi Khurana, Anu Reddy, Ryan Nguyen, Vy Le, Krish Arora, Wayne Nguyen, Alice and Matt Brams, Rose Chen and David Webster, and Nina Magon.

    Tabitha Smith, Christina Zhou.

    Tabitha Smith, Christina Zhou at APAHA kickoff party at Prada
      
    Photo by Quy Tran
    Tabitha Smith, Christina Zhou.
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    Golden Milestone

    Houston school's 50th-anniversary bash raises more than $500k

    Joel Luks
    Mar 21, 2025 | 10:45 am
    Grace School 50th anniversary fundraiser
    Courtesy of Grace School
    Rickey and Erin Williams; Alissa and Scooter Hicks.

    Grace School marked its 50th anniversary in grand style with “Fête50,” a sold-out gala at Hotel ZaZa Memorial City on March 1. The milestone party enticed 300 guests for an evening of dining, dancing, and spirited giving, raising $538,000 to support key school initiatives.

    Co-chairs Alissa and Scooter Hicks and Erin and Rickey Williams envisioned an elegant affair, where guests enjoyed a gourmet dinner, dessert stations, and specialty cocktails amid décor by Bergner and Johnson that blended Grace Gator blue with gold accents.

    Liz Walgamuth, head of school, reflected on Grace School’s legacy and bright future, while auctioneer Vincent Montalbano led a live auction featuring luxury getaways to destinations like Córdoba, Argentina, and Vail, Colorado. A wine and whiskey pull, big board auction, and silent auction added to the night’s thrills.

    Thanks to the generosity of sponsors — including SLI Group, Inc., MetroNational, Memorial City, and Geraldine and Brian Powell, Ania and Greg Burzynski, Angie and David Habachy, and Betsy Crafton — the funds raised will enhance student experiences through new playgrounds, transportation, fine arts programs, and academic competitions.

    Seen in the crowd were Jennifer Bird, Alissa Hennon, Christina Dyer, Lizzie Corona, Sophia Evans, Megan Phillips, Elli and Borden Tennant, Kelsey Beasley, Abbey and Chandler Martin, Candice Jungeblut, Whitney and Brett Bennett, Leigh Anne Shumate, Jacqui Hertlein, Courtney and Justin Hodge, Carrie and Ben Pisklak, Kaimyn Urrutia, Michelle Spalding, Jessica Porter, Tracy and Michael Henn, Amanda and Stephen Newton, and Julia Leeth.

    Grace School 50th anniversary fundraiser
      

    Courtesy of Grace School

    Rickey and Erin Williams; Alissa and Scooter Hicks.

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