Press Room 2013 – 2014 – The Junior League of Houston, Inc.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. to offer a sumptuous Thanksgiving dinner from its Pantry

andymartin — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 15:22:27 +0000

HOUSTON, TX – (November 5, 2013) – The Junior League of Houston, Inc. continues its longstanding tradition of offering a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner from its famous Junior League Pantry. They also make great gifts for the holidays. The Junior League Pantry offers the following fabulous meal, which serves 10 to 12 people, for only $200. Cash or check only. No sales tax.

Additional or individual items may be purchased at the prices listed below.

20 lb. Roasted Turkey $60.00
Cornbread Dressing $25
Giblet Gravy (one quart) $12.50
Praline Sweet Potato Casserole $30<
Corn, Sour Cream and Bacon Casserole $27.50
Green Beans with Potatoes $20.00
Fresh Cranberry Relish (one pint) $15
Dinner Rolls (two dozen) $4 per dozen
Pumpkin Pie $8
Pecan Pie $12.50

The League’s award-winning cookbooks may also be purchased and picked up with your Thanksgiving meal. Something to eat; something to keep! Orders must be placed through the JLH Pantry at 713-622-5965 by Thursday, November 21 at 3 p.m. Pickup is Wednesday, November 27 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Junior League Ballroom. The Junior League is located at 1811 Briar Oaks, Houston, TX 77027.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Houston, Inc. was founded in 1925 and the League’s more than 5,000 members continue “Building A Better Community” and improving the lives of over one million people in Houston each year. For more information on The Junior League of Houston, please call 713-622-4191 or go to their website at www.juniorleaguehouston.org.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc.’s Annual Opening Style Show Was A Huge Success

andymartin — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:28:52 +0000

HOUSTON, TX – (September 6, 2013) – The Junior League of Houston, Inc. continued its longstanding tradition of presenting an Opening Style Show featuring the venerable Elizabeth Anthony | Esther Wolf Collection. The exclusive specialty store showcased exquisite day and evening wear from American and European designers. Leading the helm of this year’s luncheon were Special Events Chairman Courtney Culver, Tea Room Director Tanya Merla Leiber and League President, Marian Hearne Hilpert. Two events were needed to accommodate the hundreds of eager attendees: a luncheon and style show during the day on Thursday, September 5 and a dinner and style show in the evening.

The Junior League of Houston has been sponsoring style shows since 1929, with the Opening Style Show traditionally marking the beginning of a new League year with League volunteers modeling the latest in fashion trends. With historical attendance, over two shows, often reaching or exceeding 600, this event continues to be a tradition with League members, Tea Room patron members and their guests. The League set a new course and dazzled its guest with Runway Seating and swag bags filled with the latest treats from Houston’s hottest trends like Kendra Scott and Edward Sanchez│Vanity Lounge. This year, the League’s Rachel Regan and Maidie Ryan, members of the Board of Directors wore jewelry from Tenebaum & Co, presenting jewelry sponsor, while enjoying the show. League President, Marian Hearne Hilpert, highlighted the League’s participation in Kids in the Kitchen, which is a national initiative to fight childhood obesity and engages children in the preparation of healthy meals as a means to educate them and their parents about nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.

League-sponsored events allows the Junior League of Houston to continue “Building A Better Community” through Community Assistance Grants, 38 Community Projects and other League-sponsored initiatives.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Houston, Inc. was founded in 1925 and the League’s more than 5000 members continue “Building A Better Community” and improving the lives of over one million people in Houston each year. For more information about The Junior League of Houston, please call 713.622.4191, or visit their website at www.juniorleaguehouston.org.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. has announced that Marian Hearne Hilpert has been named President for 2013 – 2014

andymartin — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:27:08 +0000

HOUSTON, TEXAS June 4, 2013 – The Junior League of Houston, Inc. has announced that Marian Hearne Hilpert has been named President for 2013 – 2014. Hilpert has been a member of the Junior League of Houston for nine years. Hilpert and her husband, Tim, have two children, Luke age 7 and Lily Ana age 5. She has been a very active and dedicated member of the Junior League of Houston. “I truly believe in all the wonderful work the Junior League does in Houston, and I’m honored to be a part of this great organization. This year the League will contribute approximately $2 million in volunteer time and direct financial support to 38 community projects, community assistance grants, emergency and resource contingency grants, community collaborations and Done In A Day activities,” Hilpert said. Please see attached for a list of this year’s 38 community projects.

Other officers named for the 2013 – 2014 term are: President-Elect – Elizabeth Graves Love; Community Vice President – Stephanie Lowrey Magers; Development Vice President – Rachel Podsednik Regan; Financial Vice President – Angela Dawn Greak; Membership Vice President – Sarah Heck Snyder; and Recording Secretary – Shannon Beirne Wiesedeppe.

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Houston, Inc. was founded in 1925 and the League’s more than 5000 members continue “Building A Better Community” and improving the lives of over one million people in Houston each year. For more information about The Junior League of Houston, Inc., please call 713.622.4191.