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CAPITALINES A PUBLICATION BY The Junior League OF AUSTIN
INSIDE Planting Seeds of Impact: Education Healthy Food for Feeding Minds and Growing Bodies Cast, Crew, and The Junior League of Austin Empowering Young Women Across Austin Holding Hands In the Community A Christmas Affair Program A Christmas Affair Merchant Map and Directory
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Mission Statement: The Junior League of Austin is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
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From the Editor | Doise Miers From the President | Gregory Noack Planting Seeds of Impact: Education | Julie Bergstrom
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Healthy Food for Feeding Minds and
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Cast, Crew and The Junior League of
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Growing Bodies | Julie Bergstrom A Christmas Affair 2014
Austin | Anne Peters Empowering Young Women Across Austin | Anne Peters
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Holding Hands in the Community
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Assisting our Animal Amigos
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A Christmas Affair: Creating a Community of Possibilities | Anne Peters
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Event Information: Parties and Children’s Events, Raffles and Portraiture Packages
34 A Christmas Affair Sponsors & The Junior League of Austin Donors
Women Building Better Communities JLA Programs and Community Projects
Welcome to A Christmas Affair 2014
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Merchant Map
23 JLA: Meeting the Needs of a Growing City 48 Merchant Directory | Julie Bergstrom
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From the Editor I love seeing the transformation of Palmer Events Center beginning in November with A Christmas Affair’s winter wonderland filled with excited ladies, moms, and grandmothers shopping for holiday gifts. The excitement continues in December with Coats for Kids which includes so many excited, beaming faces of children who have just chosen a warm winter coat. This issue of Capitalines examines the transformation of the Central Texas community’s needs and how The Junior League of Austin (JLA) is mindfully training its volunteers and evolving as an organization to meet these needs. This issue highlights the various community agencies JLA is partnered with to encourage higher education and trained leadership in the next generation of young women. We also take a look at the importance of A Christmas Affair (ACA) and how your ACA dollars contribute to JLA’s support of the arts, our animal friends, and League programs such as FIT - Food In Tummies, ABC Grants, and Coats for Kids. I hope you’ll also enjoy reading about how League volunteers are nourishing the youngest of our community and try whipping up a couple of healthy holiday recipes. Of course, this magazine’s informative content and artful design would not be possible without an amazing, dedicated group of ladies who have willingly developed new skills to make this issue of Capitalines possible. We thank you for your support of The Junior League of Austin and wish you a wonderful holiday season. Capitalines Editor, Doise Miers
Doise Miers Capitalines Editor 2014-2015 The Junior League of Austin
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2014-2015 Capitalines COMMITTEE Editor
Head Writer/Literary Editor
Advertising Program Chair
Lead Designer/Art Director
Doise Miers Audrey Morton Leslie Palmer Stacey Gould
Editor-Elect Contributing Writers Advertising Assistants Layout Designers Tara Akins Julie Bergstrom Emily Konkle Selena Saucedo Anne Peters Jessica Oney Rhyne Simon
Photography Sustaining Advisor Shah Dixon Bergan Casey
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From the President Welcome to A Christmas Affair 2014 – Christmas in the City! This year’s event marks the 39th year The Junior League of Austin members have produced this premiere shopping event kicking off the holiday season in Austin. Since its first year the event has grown from 41, mostly local, merchants to an event with more than 200 merchants featuring products from around the world! Just as our city has grown and changed, so has A Christmas Affair and so has The Junior League of Austin. Our membership has grown and is more diverse. As an organization of women we have adapted to the changing roles our members have in society and we have continued to evolve in response to the changing needs of our community and our members. We’ve grown and evolved while keeping our purpose focused. Our members are dedicated to improving our community through voluntarism, which, in turn, develops remarkable women leaders who serve in our community. In my view, this model of membership, voluntarism and training creates a perfect, infinite cycle – for every action given, there is a benefit gained, thereby creating a uniquely talented, trained and effective community leader. Each year the A Christmas Affair committee sets out to create a uniquely themed and decorated holiday market intermingled with special events for kids of all ages and this year is no exception. I proudly proclaim, without hesitation, they have delivered! So, as you shop the market and experience the events that are A Christmas Affair – Christmas in the City consider this…The Junior League of Austin is an organization run entirely by volunteers. Trained volunteers who change “League jobs” annually. From FIT - Food In Tummies to Coats for Kids to Technology to Treasury to Public Relations to Spanish Immersion to Done-In-A-Day to A Christmas Affair and more…EVERY job changes and EVERY task is done by a volunteer. This issue of Capitalines features many of the projects and programs of The Junior League of Austin. I encourage you to take the
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time to read about the impact our members are making in our community. I am honored and proud to lead this extraordinary group of talented women who accomplish so much and impact so many through voluntarism. On behalf of The Junior League of Austin I thank you for attending A Christmas Affair, our signature fundraising event and supporting our efforts in the community. Gregory Noack President 2014-2015 The Junior League of Austin
2014 - 2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Front Row (L-R): Casie Wenmohs Renee Harvey Gregory Noack Second Row (L-R): Nicole Elliott MariBen Ramsey Third Row (L-R): Terri Broussard Williams Julie Hall Jené Bearse Camille Jobe Ashley Hight Jenny Butterworth Debra Espinosa Becky Johnson Lindsey Crawford Laura Robinson Anne Prentice Meridith Clark Photo gra phe r : Susa n Ho er m a n n , Evergreen St u d i o s CAPITALINES FALL 2014
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Planting Seeds of impact: Education
The strength of women, the power of community.
B Y JU L IE BE RG ST RO M Benjamin Franklin is noted for saying, “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” This year The Junior League of Austin (JLA) provides volunteers to a variety of education-related community agencies and volunteer placements. Starting with Austin’s youngest learners, volunteers with BookSpring address early literacy needs in our community. Last year, BookSpring served over 21,000 Austin children at AISD campuses, local HeadStart centers, and other child development centers. Young Readers Through her volunteer placement with BookSpring, Lauren Burnett has been able to share her love for reading and learning. She notes, “I learned to read at a very early age, and I credit my parents and grandparents for taking the time to read to me often and make it part of my daily routine. When my parents would ask me why I loved reading so much, I would tell them it was because I could go anywhere and do anything. I hope that I am now able to inspire and motivate children to enjoy reading the way my family did for me.” BookSpring, in collaboration with organizations such as JLA, will place 50,000 new books in the hands of children who might not otherwise have books of their own this year. “Every student chose one book to take home. The joy in their eyes when receiving their new books was heartwarming. Each child immediately started looking through their book, asking me and the teachers to read it to them. I am thankful to BookSpring for allowing these children the opportunity
to keep a brand new book, to read and reread again,” said JLA volunteer, Lisa Moore. Creative Problem Solvers This year, Lisa continues to make an impact on young Austinites as a volunteer with the Thinkery, Austin Children’s Museum’s new home of the “why” and the “how.” League members learn alongside children serving as camp guides at the Thinkery’s summer camps. Supporting the Thinkery’s mission to create innovative learning experiences and inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers, JLA members volunteered with first and second graders in June. “I got to play and discover right along with them. I was amazed at the creativity of the Thinkery—making seemingly normal activities interactive and educational, allows the children to think more deeply,” continued Lisa. League member Gioia Bufkin spent time this summer leading third through fifth grade students during the Thinkery’s engineering camp. “One of my favorite moments was a crystal making activity. I was amazed to see camper’s creativity to design, build, and collaborate on each activity.” First Generation College Graduates The League is fortunate to have many teachers as members, who volunteer in educational placements, multiplying their impact in Austin. Breakthrough Austin Project Chair, Lyra Swinney, was drawn to this program because of her experiences as a middle school teacher. “I knew when selecting my placement choices that I wanted to work with an education-related agency. The mission of Breakthrough is to create first-generation college graduates.”
Each year Breakthrough admits a new class of low-income students from campuses that feed into some of Austin’s lowest performing high schools. In 2013, Breakthrough served nearly 750 students in grades six through 12 and mentored first-semester college students. Breakthrough utilizes League volunteers like Lyra, as mentors. In August of 2013, Lyra was matched as a College Application Coach to an Austinarea student who had dreams of attending The University of Texas. “I became her goto person for questions about college. I didn’t always have the answers, but we figured it out together.” The student, her parents and a Breakthrough representative decided that ACC would be the better option for her first year. “I was so fortunate that Breakthrough allowed me to stick with her for my placement the following year,” said Lyra. “My role evolved from College Application Coach to College Persistence Coach.” Throughout her mentee’s freshman year, Lyra helped this student plan classes, research professors, and develop a longterm degree plan. She also shared advice on studying, time management strategies, and approaching professors during office hours. “Her first and second semesters, she made a 4.0. We celebrated! This summer, she made another 4.0.” said Lyra proudly. With the League’s support, this particular student is now applying to The University of Texas with a perfect GPA. Innovative Teachers More dreams will become reality this year through The Junior League of Austin’s ABC (Aid for Better Classrooms) Grants. ABC Grants has awarded more than $200,000 in grants to local area teachers during its 19-year history, enabling teachers to introduce original curriculum-enhancing activities into the classroom. Project Chair, Alicia Robertson, works with a team to award grants, “For me, a placement is an opportunity to utilize personal and professional skills to influence change in the Austin community.” While JLA members volunteer in these placements, they find themselves learning. “I am in development at a school, so learning how to work with volunteers and committees, leading a meeting, thinking of a broad community and strategizing to support our students is in every way elevated because of my League experience. I am a better mom, friend and professional because of the values and skills I have learned.”
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healthy food for feeding minds and growing bodies B Y J U L IE BE R G ST RO M
The Junior League of Austin (JLA) is committed to ensuring that children have access to nutritious foods to feed their minds and grow strong bodies. When a child is hungry, he cannot concentrate in school, which can lead to poor performance. To addresss the hunger challenge, the JLA partners with community agencies such as Mothers’ Milk Bank and Sustainable Food Center to help grow our children’s minds and bodies. In addition, the League’s own program FIT - Food In Tummies provides weekly nutrition during the school year to kids in two Del Valle ISD elementary schools. “Before being placed at Mothers’ Milk Bank, I had no idea that donor breast milk was even a thing,” said League member Noel Nielsen, “My time at the Milk Bank has raised my awareness in regards to the necessity of donor milk and donor milk facilities.” Noel’s placement is in the Mothers’ Milk Bank lab which processes prescribed donor human milk for infants. The milk helps pre-term and medically fragile babies grow and thrive, by providing them special antibodies to fight disease and infection, as well as growth hormones to help them develop. Remarked Noel of her placement, “Volunteering saves lives.”
Volunteering saves lives. -Noel Nielsen
COCONUT PUMPKIN MUFFINS ½ cup coconut flour 4 eggs, at room temperature ¼ cup coconut oil 6 tablespoons pumpkin puree 2 tablespoons raw honey or pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1. Preheat oven 350 degrees and line muffin cups with liners.
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The JLA’s FIT program meets another critical nutrition need in our community. According to the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas, our state ranks among the worst states in the nation for hunger, child hunger and obesity. One in every four children in Texas experience food insecurity and multiple studies show that children who are hungry do not excel in school. FIT Chair, Deanna Schobey, works with her committee in Del Valle schools to help provide backpacks of nutritious food to kids on Fridays, filling the nutritional void 14
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2. Stir together coconut flour and eggs until a smooth paste forms. Stir in coconut oil, pumpkin puree and honey. Mix in spices, cider vinegar and baking soda. 3. Divide mixture between muffin cups and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
many children face on weekends. Deanna recalls that, “Last year Good Friday was scheduled as a make-up day for the weather cancelations. Staff expected attendance numbers to be down.” But instead teachers at Hillcrest Elementary found their halls full. The Hillcrest Principal told Deanna, “Those kids came to get their FIT bags. They need that food.” During the 2013-2014 school year, the FIT program provided approximately 48,000 bags of food, delivered in 1,500 backpacks, for 32 weeks. The packs delivered weekly to Baty and Hillcrest Elementary includes food for the weekend, bilingual healthy recipe cards, and nutrition tips to be shared with the student’s family. Said Deanna about her experience with FIT, “The opportunity to truly make a difference has been life changing for me.”
LOCAL KALE AND CITRUS SALAD 1 bunch of kale 1 whole jalapeño, seeded and sliced very thinly 3 whole clementine oranges, or other citrus, peeled and cut into chunks 4 ounces goat cheese ¼ cup orange juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, pressed or grated 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
FIT backpacks provide healthy food to fill the weekend nutrition gap Sustainable Food Center is another project where League members work to cultivate a healthy community by strengthening the local food system and improving access to nutritious, affordable food. Sustainable Food Center envisions a food-secure community where all children and adults grow, share, and prepare healthy, local food. When asked about what drew JLA volunteer Audrey Lopez to her placement she said, “Helping independent, organic, and local farmers sell their high quality, nutritious food is very satisfying. Gatherings like the Farmer’s Market are the fabric of our community.”
Using a knife, shred kale into ribbons approximately ¼- ½ inch wide. For dressing, whisk orange juice, olive oil, garlic, sugar, salt & pepper. Add yogurt until creamy. Toss kale in half the dressing, then add jalapeño and citrus, adding additional dressing. Break goat cheese into chunks and toss into salad.
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cast, crew and the junior league of austin B Y A N N E P E TERS
A robust and dynamic arts and culture community creates a vibrant and happy community. The Junior League of Austin (JLA) volunteers are doing their part to assist in making the Austin area a wonderful place to live. Encouraging the arts through their service, League volunteers are sometimes the talent themselves, bringing music for the enjoyment of others. It is a privilege to serve the community in this manner, whether through the provision of new cultural experiences, giving the gift of familiar cultural touchstones, or assisting in the preservation of artistic skill. New Cultural Experiences Twenty-five JLA members are currently volunteering with the ZACH Theatre. These volunteers serve as ushers and greeters for ZACH Theatre performances. By providing this essential service, JLA volunteers help ZACH focus on what it does best – presenting more than 500 live performances a year, showcasing a wide range of local talent, cultivating original work and enchanting a diverse array of audiences. Sustaining the Enjoyment of Music Playhouse Singers brings together JLA Active and Sustaining members who share common talents. They sing, dance and entertain in nursing homes and senior communities and at League events. Their purpose is to bring joy into the lives of those who watch them perform. The Playhouse Singers, as a service-oriented group of volunteers, select songs that are appreciated and enjoyed by their different audiences.
The cast and crew of the JLA Playhouse Singers
For these community projects and more supported by The Junior League of Austin, the show must go on.
New Talent Meets Established Techniques The University of Texas String Project has provided lessons to children since 1948, and has been supported by The Junior League of Austin since 1949. JLA volunteers provide event support for the project, assist in the organization of the music library and provide public relations assistance. With JLA’s assistance, the UT String Project is able to more efficiently train teachers, develop talented students and bring skilled string musicians into our community.
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EMPOWERING YOUNG WOMEN ACROSS austin B Y A N N E P E TERS
“The Junior League of Austin (JLA) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.” -JLA Mission Statement The League does not exist solely for the development of its members, but also for the development of the potential of women throughout our community. Three community programs are particularly important in meeting this mission: Con Mi MADRE; GENAustin; and Junior Achievement of Central Texas.
by positive role models and they discuss diverse, relevant, and significant topics like bullying, healthy relationships, fitness and career exploration. Starting these discussions at this early age will ensure these girls continue them for the rest of their lives and with following generations of young people. GENAustin also holds the statewide annual We Are Girls Conference, for girls in the third through twelfth grade and “the adults who care about them.” The conference features speakers and workshops addressing issues such as social media, financial literacy and enhancing parent-daughter communication. GENAustin conducts workshops through the 180 Program. These workshops address challenges faced by many girls today and additionally offer programs for girls who are either involved with or at a high-risk of becoming involved with the juvenile justice system. Girls who are empowered to make healthy choices and who are given the tools to seek positive relationships with themselves and with others become girls who grow into leaders and are members of a strong and loving community. These programs not only positively affect the girls in the programs, but also the girls and boys with whom they interact. This is what The Junior League of Austin seeks for our community. Effective Action and Leadership: Junior Achievement of Central Texas Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to the education of elementary, middle, and high school students in real-world business, job and financial skills. The stated mission of Junior Achievement of Central Texas is “to educate, and inspire young people the value of free enterprise, business, and economics in order to improve the quality of their lives.”
Con Mi MADRE Students Developing the potential of women: Con Mi Madre Con Mi MADRE is an organization devoted to providing educational and social support for Latina girls to prepare for post-secondary education. The most unique aspect of the program is that it involves both students and their mothers, recognizing that parental involvement often determines whether a student will achieve success. The importance of parental involvement cannot be overstated. Con Mi MADRE will be awarding five $1,000 scholarships to qualified students who complete the organization’s GRAD (“Girls Reaching A Dream”) program for college students. In addition to providing 16 volunteers, the League contributes $500 towards these scholarships. The scholarships support the community by defraying the expenses of higher education for the young women who have stuck with and completed the Con Mi MADRE program. Every scholarship dollar is a dollar that a young woman does not have to borrow from her future self to fund her education. Scholarships also recognize a student’s hard work and demonstrate our confidence in her potential. We believe that our investment will strengthen her own self-confidence. Through its support of Con Mi Madre, The Junior League of Austin directly and positively influences the realization of the limitless potential of young women in the community. Improving the community: GENAustin The “GEN” in GENAustin stands for “Girls Empowerment Network.” Their purpose is to “support and guide girls to make wise choices as they navigate the unique pressures of girlhood.” They do this through various programs that give girls the opportunity to discuss body image, develop media literacy and foster healthy relationships. One of their programs, clubGEN, is an after-school program for girls in the fourth through eighth grades. The girls are surrounded
In elementary school, the goal is to broaden children’s horizons and open their eyes to the possibilities, including entrepreneurial possibilities, for their future. The skills they learn will help them be confident in their choices and the decision making process that gets them there. Junior Achievement recognizes that middle school is a crossroads for many kids. At this age, some students don’t see the connection between school work and future success. These students are likely to give up or drop out. Junior Achievement teaches the link between school achievement and real world success – the link between school lessons and real world business concepts. For students in high school the programs focus on job readiness, financial management and business or career guidance. Junior Achievement is effective. According to a study conducted by the organization, 92% of Junior Achievement alumni reported that being a JA student positively affected their future. Junior Achievement teaches young people leadership skills. The same study found that over 80% of former Junior Achievement alumni say their participation strengthened problem solving abilities, decision making, critical thinking and interpersonal communication skills. Through The Junior League of Austin’s volunteer and monetary support, the League contributes greatly to building future leaders and enabling these students’ success in our community.
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JLA volunteers supporting the community It might be a natural instinct for women to want to help—especially in times of crisis. The vulnerable among us call for our compassion and service. Center for child protection Many of us have strong women in our lives who have influenced us. For example, Sarah Joyner, who volunteers at the Center for Child Protection (CCP), was inspired by her mom, who served on the Child Protective Services board in Tarrant County, mentored at a local elementary school and provided backpacks of food on weekends (similar to the FIT - Food In Tummies program). “I wanted to have a placement that worked with kids and the Center for Child Protection was a great fit. I’m thankful to be going back for a second year and to serve as Project Chair,” Joyner said. CCP offers two types of volunteer placements. The majority of the JLA volunteers at CCP are in what’s called “direct service” placements, working directly with children and families who come in for forensic interviews, therapy, or medical appointments. When the families come in for forensic interviews, they come up to the playroom first. “In the playroom volunteers play board games, or color, or play in the ‘restaurant’ to help kids acclimate and feel safe before their forensic interviews with the staff and law enforcement,” said Joyner. The “indirect service” placements include Client Information Coordinator who tracks cases, a Marketing Support Specialist, and a new volunteer position this year, the Community Education Assistant. “The Center is very excited to be expanding their Community Education programs this year and to have a designated JLA volunteer fulfill this role,” Joyner said. Information the volunteers receive during the training process opens their eyes to prevalence of abuse occuring in our community. Joyner said education and awareness are the first steps towards ending child abuse. “Playing games in the playroom makes a difference to that child. You give that child a bit of normalcy in an otherwise traumatic time,” said Joyner. “Even if you’re wary of interacting directly with the families that come into the Center, volunteers can serve in an indirect support placement.”
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Some of these women fear that they will be arrested just for talking back to a man in public. They simply live in fear. Having a JLA member as a contact will empower these women to realize their rights, and also empower themselves to be strong, independent, self-sufficient women. -Leti Mireles christi center During the seven years that Jackie Connor has been in The Junior League of Austin she’s volunteered with a lot of organizations that she hadn’t crossed paths with before. Connor had never heard of the Christi Center before, but thought it sounded interesting and she researched its history. The Christi Center provides hope after the death of a loved one. They are a unique organization that focuses on grief support - mainly via peer support networks, community education and free therapeutic activities without a time limit. “My mom lost her mother when she was in her mid-20s. She was the oldest child and had to step up and help her dad in caring for her other siblings, and keeping their family going. I know she, my grandpa, and my aunts and uncles could have benefited from the services offered at the Christi Center,” said Connor. As JLA’s Project Chair at the Christi Center, Connor welcomes new opportunities to improve leadership and management skills. Six JLA volunteers at the Christi Center help with bereavement support groups on Monday nights. “We offer a warm, inviting face to people when they visit the Christi Center. Many of them will be new and nervous and dealing with a lot of emotion,” said Connor. “Last year was our first with the Christi Center, and we’ve already been warmly welcomed back.” She said peer support is very important to the Christi Center. Connecting with people who have a similar experience is very effective in the healing process.
“I hope that I can make a difference for someone who is brand new to the Christi Center and isn’t sure it’s the place for them. My goal is to make them feel comfortable and help them through a small part of their journey,” Connor said.
court appointed special advocates Before Emily Schanne became a child advocate with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Travis County, she wanted to make sure she was ready and able to make the time commitment. Her mother, a forensic interviewer for the Children’s Advocacy Center of Central Texas familiar with the CASA organization, gave her a little nudge.
Center for Survivors of Torture Leti Mireles has always been interested in international humanitarian work. She’s traveled to Uganda and Mexico to volunteer with a summer art program for children. Back in the states, she wants to help people who are living in our community by volunteering with the Center for Survivors of Torture (CST).
CASA’s duty is to represent in the court system the best interest of a child who has been abused and/or neglected. This support requires spending time with the child, talking to parents, family members, social workers, school officials, therapists, teachers and others who are knowledgeable about the child’s life, then gathering information and preparing recommendations on the child’s needs.
“What I’ve learned from CST is that my volunteer work has nothing to do with the unfortunate details of their clients’ past. It has everything to do with their clients’ future and integrating them into our community so that they may live comfortably,” said Mireles. Mireles is currently paired with a widow from the Congo who has three kids.
These children receive therapy and health care, do better in school and receive a safe, permanent home. Children whose needs are being met are more likely to grow into responsible, productive, happy adults, which benefits the entire community.
Volunteers help their clients assimilate to Austin through activities such as learning bus routes, speaking and practicing English, helping with resumes, brainstorming job opportunities and taking them into the community. “The women of The Junior League of Austin are empowered, strong women who are movers and shakers,” said Mireles. “I think it is especially important for the Center for Survivors of Torture’s female clients to realize their rights in America. Some of these women fear that they will be arrested just for talking back to a man in public. They simply live in fear. Having a JLA member as a contact will empower these women to realize their rights, and also empower themselves to be strong, independent, self-sufficient women.”
JLA volunteers undergo CASA training
Last year CASA advocated for 1,605 children, approximately 79% of the total number of children in CPS care in Austin. More CASA volunteers are needed. “CASA is an amazing organization and a great placement. Although it requires a significant amount of training, it prepares you to be the best advocate for a child, which is extremely rewarding. CASA volunteers make a real difference in the lives of children,” said Schanne.
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ASSISTING OUR ANIMAL AMIGOS B Y A U DR E Y MO RTO N
AUSTIN ZOO AND SANCTUARY Daniela Rivero joined The Junior League of Austin (JLA) to serve her community. Since she’s around people all day, she’s opted to help our furry four-legged friends at the Austin Zoo and Sanctuary. “What drew me to the zoo is their mission to rescue animals, give them a forever sanctuary to live their natural life and raise awareness in the community,” said Rivero. “I was drawn to chair this project and it’s an easy way to test out my leadership interest in JLA and also develop my skills as a leader.” The Animal Zoo and Sanctuary needs volunteers to spread their mission of awareness of wild animals and the threats that exist which may harm them. In addition, since the Austin Zoo is primarily funded by patrons and donors, it is essential that others witness the great things happening at the zoo and decide if they can contribute in some way to the rescues and rehabilitated animals. This year, JLA volunteers are working as Zoo Docents in the Big Cat area. “Our job is to tell visitors all of the wonderful stories that each animal brings to the Austin Zoo. Each of the animals has a name and story of how they arrived at the zoo and it’s our job to tell visitors those sometimes sad but also happy stories,” Rivero said. “At the end of the day, JLA is here to add to the fun, but also create a more educated Austin about our friends who live at the Austin Zoo.”
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Rivero strongly believes that the JLA makes a difference for the Austin Zoo. “Through our story telling, we hope to raise a generation of more responsible pet owners who know the difference between a good pet and an animal that belongs in the wild. And moreover, we want to create a wonderful experience for visitors so they will come back in years to come and support the mission of the Austin Zoo,” said Rivero. As for being a project chair and leading a group of volunteers this year, Rivero advises those seeking leadership roles “to dive in and take risks.” AUSTIN HUMANE SOCIETY It’s a given that Lauren Cadell chose her placement with Austin Humane Society (AHS) because she loves animals. “Austin has such a high demand for rescues and ‘Adoptions Counselor’ sounded like such an important role. There are several off-site adoption events so I knew it’d be a fun volunteer placement with opportunities other than just working at the shelter. Becoming a pet owner is a huge responsibility and I wanted to make a
difference for those looking to adopt,” said Cadell. JLA volunteers for AHS select which program they participate in—dogs or cats. Volunteers are responsible for socializing, light training, making sure the furry, fourlegged critters have adequate care, cleaning and upkeep to have a pleasant environment. Some volunteers even walk dogs. She’s noticed that volunteers are crucial to AHS. JLA members make a huge difference. AHS does a great job of training and creating structure, but there are so many animals to take care of. “It may seem like just sitting with kittens for an hour, but as those strays learn to interact with humans in an affectionate manner, it increases their chances of being adopted,” Cadell said. “The dogs spend the majority of their day in the kennel so being able to walk or let them out is very rewarding. Having JLA members get involved and spread awareness definitely increases the amount of adoptions.”
I was drawn to chair this project and it’s an easy way to test out my leadership interest in JLA and also develop my skills as a leader. -Daniela Rivers
Women Building Better Communities The Junior League of Austin Programs and Community Projects Projects The Junior League of Austin (JLA) provides volunteers and funding to area non-profit agencies for the benefit and enrichment of the Austin community and the development and education of League volunteers. Last year over 1,100 League members provided more than 100,000 volunteer hours to the League’s community agencies and programs. The JLA has also provided millions of dollars over the years to fund programs and agencies that improve the overall wellbeing of our community. To the right is a summary of volunteers and funds that are allocated to each project or program that the JLA supports.
To learn more about these projects and programs visit www.jlaustin.org
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Animal Trustees of Austin
12
$17,500.00
Austin Children’s Museum (The Thinkery)
30
Austin Children’s Shelter
21
Austin Humane Society
15
$20,000.00
Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary
10
$10,160.00
BookSpring
18
Breakthrough Austin
11
CASA of Travis County
9
$25,000.00
Center for Child Protection
10
$20,000.00
Center for Survivors of Torture
9
$18,590.00
Children’s Diabetes Camp of Central Texas (Camp Bluebonnet)
12
$22,000.00
Colorado River Alliance
9
$14,000.00
Con Mi MADRE
16
Dress for Success Austin
12
$23,500.00
Drive a Senior - West Austin
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$15,000.00
GENAustin
10
$18,000.00
Junior Achievement of Central Texas
8
$15,000.00
Meals on Wheels and More
8
Mobile Loaves and Fishes
26
Mothers’ Milk Bank of Austin
14
Partnerships for Children
15
$25,000.00
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas
15
$11,000.00
SafePlace
18
$17,500.00
The Settlement Home for Children
18
$12,740.00
Sustainable Food Center
19
$12,149.00
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
14
$5,720.00
The Arc of the Capital Area
11
$15,000.00
The Christi Center
6
$3,021.85
ZACH Theatre
25
$13,225.00
Aid for Better Classrooms (ABC) Grants
3
$8,000.00
Coats for Kids
25
$149,450.00
Programs of The Junior League of Austin
Con Mi MADRE Scholarships
$500.00
Done-in-a-Day
25
FIT – Food In Tummies
264
$263,525.00
Playhouse Singers
11
$250.00
Spanish Immersion “Si”
13
$5,000.00
UT String Project
3
$2,000.00
Total 2014-2015 Community Volunteers and Contributions
768
$762,331.85
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a christmas affair: creating a community of possibilities B Y A N N E P E TERS When I think of A Christmas Affair, I think of: “…the decorations and music, which make the shopping experience feel a bit magical” Jennifer Jackson, community member. “…a cornucopia of shopping options!” Kelly Lowe, community member. A Christmas Affair (ACA) is widely known as a giant holiday market, a fun place to shop with friends, and an event kicking off the holiday season here in Austin. Shoppers - 6,000 of them each day - come from all over Texas to a single destination where they can find treats for themselves and unique gifts for others. It’s a chance for local and small businesses to show off their wares. The beautiful decorations elevate the experience to something that Austinites and tourists cannot find anywhere else. Even Santa Claus makes a special preseason appearance to meet children for brunch and photos. There is no denying that A Christmas Affair is an amazingly successful fundraiser for The Junior League of Austin, raising over $750,000 annually to support the Central Texas community. While you can shop elsewhere for holiday gifts, remember that your support of A Christmas Affair means you are supporting positive change in our community.
Your support of A Christmas Affair means you are supporting positive change in our community. A Christmas Affair 2014 presented by the junior league of austin
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THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF AUSTIN: MEETING THE NEEDS OF A GROWING CITY B Y JU L IE BE RG ST RO M
JLA Done-In-a-Day Volunteers
Each day in Austin we look around to see a city growing up before our eyes. While much of the growth in our city is a cause for celebration, in other cases the growth poses new challenges. The Junior League of Austin (JLA) is celebrating over 80 years of community partnership and some growing up of our own. Released in 2013, the City of Austin Community Needs Assessment shows Austin to have an increasing poverty rate. If the rate were to continue to increase into 2014, it was projected that 1 in 3 persons under 18 would be living below the poverty rate. In response, each year over 2,400 League members provide more than 100,000 volunteer hours in our community. Members work to fight poverty through numerous community projects, and through signature League programs such as FIT - Food In Tummies and Coats for Kids. League member Samantha Bernstein witnessed first-hand the impact the League makes volunteering with Coats for Kids in 2013. “We get there long before the sun comes up, and even on that frosty, cold morning, I saw a line of families wrapped around Palmer Auditorium waiting to get coats,” said Samantha. “The family at the front of the line had been waiting since the night before. The little girl was so determined to get a pink coat!” In partnership with Jack Brown Cleaners, KASE 101 and KVUE, the League spearheads this annual initiative that has provided over 600,000 warm winter coats to children and teenagers in Central Texas. Samantha expressed, “The anticipation gave me chills.
It was truly rewarding to see how all of our work benefitted so many families. It was gratifying to see that we are meeting the needs of our community.” In 2014, Hispanics represent the largest growth in Austin demographics. This year through the Spanish Immersion Program, League members receive Spanish training which they can use in agencies and placements across the city. Some volunteers will have no previous Spanish experience, while others polish rusty skills. Con Mi MADRE, a program created by The Junior League as the Austin’s Hispanic MotherDaughter program, represents another way in which the League is working to meet the needs of Central Texans. In 1992, in Travis County a Latina baby girl had less than a 1% chance of obtaining a college education. In her 9th year volunteering with this program, Marisha Negovetich can testify to the dedication with which Con Mi MADRE works to increase the number of young Latinas pursuing and succeeding in post-secondary education. Con Mi MADRE has graduated almost 3,000 mother-daughter teams since its inception. When asked about Con Mi MADRE, Marisha said, “It’s such a joy to see these young girls turn into amazing young women, always with their mothers by their side, working to get them where they want to be. By assisting these young women and their mothers, we are helping them create better lives for themselves and their families, which will truly change the face of Austin.” As Austin continues to change, this year volunteers with the Done-in-a-Day (DIAD)
program will help non-profits meet the evergrowing needs of the city. Said Done-in-aDay Committee member and researcher Liz Merkel, “We’re working with the Austin Zoo to help educate and entertain children, and with the Elisabet Ney Museum, Umlauf Scuplture Garden and Austin Nature and Science Center to improve their facilities for all to enjoy.” Liz noted that DIAD is also working with Shoal Creek Conservancy in beautifying the city and the community’s green spaces. With more people in Austin, trash and waste increases and so does the need for beautification efforts and volunteers. Done-in-a-Day gives League members like Liz opportunities to give to a growing city, “There is rarely a day I drive through the city that I don’t see a place, agency, or building to which the JLA has sent volunteers or monetary assistance to help improve our community by providing better education or assistance to those who need help. It touches me greatly that we have so many women that make this happen.”
There is rarely a day I drive through the city that I don’t see a place, agency or building to which the JLA has sent volunteers or monetary assistance to help improve our community. -Liz Merkel The Junior League of Austin will grow too, as it builds a new home in Austin. When the League purchased our current Headquarters in 1983, membership totaled 975 women who served a population of 373,000 citizens. Nearly three decades later, JLA membership has nearly tripled and Austin’s population has tripled. As Austin’s need for critical nonprofit support grows, our membership is ready to take on the challenge of serving the community beyond current expectations. The League is currently planning its new Headquarters in Northwest Austin, that in addition to serving the needs of the JLA, will also serve as a Community Impact Center. Our membership looks forward to the next 80 years and continuing to serve and grow in Austin. CAPITALINES FALL 2014
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A Christmas Affair 2014
A Christmas Affair 2014 PRESENTED BY THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF AUSTIN
presented by the junior league of austin
2014 A Christmas Affair Chair, Tina McCutchin Photo gra phe r : Susa n Ho er m a n n , Evergreen St u d ios
from the aca chair Christmas is my favorite time of the year! Christmas is a time for reflection, celebration and appreciation. I would like to welcome you to a 39-year tradition presented by The Junior League of Austin. A Christmas Affair 2014 – Christmas in the City, features New York City with an Austin flair. We celebrate the impact that The Junior League of Austin is able to make in our amazing community through this unique shopping experience! This year’s A Christmas Affair will be an experience you will not forget! As the chair of this year’s A Christmas Affair, I would like to thank all of the wonderful women on my committee who have given countless hours to help ensure the success of this event. I have been truly amazed by the power and strength of these women and truly blessed to work with each of them! Without your support this event would not be possible. Proceeds from this event directly benefit numerous Central Texas community non-profits with financial resources and trained volunteers. I would like to thank our generous sponsors for their financial contributions to make this event a success and making a difference in our amazing city. Thank you for making it Christmas in the City this year in our amazing city! Tina McCutchin A Christmas Affair Chair 2014 The Junior League of Austin
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A Christmas Affair 2014 PRESENTED BY THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF AUSTIN
Tina McCutchin, Chair Holly Priestner, Chair-Elect
Committee: Amy Adkins, Ashley Alviar, Julie Applewhite, Ashlee Arnold, Carolyn Aupperle, Elizabeth Beacom, Angela Bertero, Hayden Blood, Beth Marlinda Hinojosa, Amy Hudson, Amy Hurt, Rachel Irvin, JoAnn Jenkins, Jessica Karlsruher, Michele Karp, Lisa Kaspar, Natalie Kifer, Shannon Kingm Sharon Morgan, Kinski Moss, Tiffany Norman, Catie Oberg, Leslie Pardue, Elissa Pate, Jessica Ray, Michele Roach, Kari Rouse, Sue Rubio, Yvette R Cynthia Valadez-Mata, Heather Van Horn, Silvia Ward Carden, Meredith Watson, Krista White, Mary Elen Williams, Jennifer Williams, Ashley Wilson, S Beth Fahey, Rebecca King, Kaye Hotz, Leigh Richards Photographer: Susan Hoermann, Evergreen Studios
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hany Bounds, Lyndsay Bradley, Priscilla Cortez, Karah Dalton, Courtney Duesing, Kaylea Findeisen, Amy Goins, Lindsay Gustafson, Julie Hildebrand, man, Rachel Lasseter-Lommel, Ashley-Yvonne Leech, Tania Leskovar-Owens, Melissa Long, Kelle Masters, Stephanie McArthur, Pasha Moore, Ruiz, Nicole Rusinowicz, Amanda Sharbutt, Natalie Sheridan, Paige Smith, Aleasha Stephens, Kristin Stouffer, Megan Toone, Sara Trantham, Sarah Wolfe, Ricara Zahner Sustaining Advisors: Paula Chaney, Stacy Dollar, Trish Koester, Gayla Stuart, Nancy Wade, Donna Cowling,
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parties EMPIRE STATE OF MIND PREVIEW PARTY Wednesday, November 19th | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. $150 per guest, Ticket Required A Christmas Affair opens with a black tie optional Preview Party, Empire State of Mind. Guests will enjoy private shopping, silent auction, delicious cuisine by Sterling Affairs and complimentary drinks. Entertainment by Collide of DIVISI Strings. Sponsored by: Texas Fertility Center Thomas C. Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen M. Silverberg, M.D., Lisa J. Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer L. James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. Media Sponsor: Austin Monthly Magazine
VIP Reception 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Invitation Only Sponsored by: Frost Bank Media Sponsor: Austin Way Magazine
BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S BRUNCH Thursday, November 20th | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $60 per guest, Ticket Required The first full day of A Christmas Affair begins with a beautiful brunch by Sterling Affairs that includes three hours of private shopping and great tunes provided by DJ Johnny Bravvo. Sponsored by: Sterling Affairs Parking Sponsored by: Patsy and David Sharbutt Media Sponsor: 96.7 KISS FM
STILETTOS IN THE CITY GIRLS NIGHT OUT Thursday, November 20th | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. $50 per guest, Ticket Required Stilettos in the City will be an experience that you will not want to miss! Enjoy shopping, a silent auction just for the girls, appetizer buffet, cash bar and entertainment by DJ Johnny Bravvo & The Spazmatics to dance the night away! Sponsored by: Friends of The Junior League of Austin Tina McCutchin, Lisa Kaspar, Julie Hildebrand, Holly Priestner, Laura Robinson, Michele Roach, Amanda Sharbutt, Natalie Sheridan Media Sponsor: Austin Woman Magazine
CITY LIGHTS, CITY NIGHTS COCKTAIL PARTY
Friday, November 21st | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. $75 per guest, Ticket Required Back by popular demand a fabulous cocktail party for ladies and gentlemen on the back veranda. Guests will enjoy a silent auction, appetizer buffet, complimentary cocktails and terrific tunes by DJ Johnny Bravvo. This event is not to be missed! Sponsored by: Wells Fargo Media Sponsor: TRIBEZA Austin Magazine A Christmas Affair’s cash bar is sponsored by Austin Lifestyle Magazine 28
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CHILDREN’S EVENTS TEEN/TWEEN PARTY GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN! Saturday, November 22nd | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. $25 per guest, Ticket Required Grab your girlfriends and join us for some glam in The Big City! Teen/Tween girls will enjoy an afternoon of shopping, professional blowouts, and DJ, a cookie decorating station and much more! Sponsored by: The Darrell and Heather May Family Foundation Media Sponsor: Austin Family Magazine
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA $25 per guest, tickets required for kids of all ages. Events highlight our Coats for Kids Program. Children are encouraged to bring a new or gently used coat.
ROCKIN’ AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE Friday, November 21st | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Bring your little ones for breakfast with Santa in The Big City! Children will enjoy crafts, breakfast, a chocolate milk bar and the upbeat tunes of The Biscuit Brothers. Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: Spirit 105.9
THE ELF IN THE BIG CITY Saturday, November 22nd | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Children are encouraged to wear their PJ’s and join us in Magical Manhattan with one of Santa’s very own elves! Joe McDermott will entertain with his lively music. Children will enjoy crafts, breakfast and a chocolate milk bar. Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: Spirit 105.9
SANTA’S SOLDIERS AND SUGAR PLUM FAIRIES Sunday, November 23rd | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Kids are invited to decorate their own gingerbread house with the help from Santa’s troop of Soldiers and Sugar Plum Fairies while enjoying the amazing sounds of The Biscuit Brothers. Guests will delight in breakfast and a chocolate milk bar. Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: Spirit 105.9
PHOTOS WITH SANTA Santa will be available for additional photo opportunities at the following times:
Friday, November 21st | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 22nd | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 23rd | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Photography by JWG Photography, with great photo packages to choose from. Photos will be available for presale online www.jlaustin.org. Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: Austin Kids Directory
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Visit www.jlaustin.org to purchase Market Day passes, raffle tickets and to reserve your spot at any of our fabulous special events. Market Day tickets include free shuttle rides to and from Barton Creek Square Mall. Limited parking available at Palmer Events Center for $7.
Market Days $15 per guest Thursday, November 20th 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday, November 21st 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday, November 22nd 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 23rd 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Market Days Sponsored by: IBC Bank Please note that parking is prohibited within the neighborhoods surrounding Palmer Events Center. Parking is available at Barton Creek Square Mall with complimentary shuttle service. Shuttles Sponsored by: Keller Williams Realty International Stroll through the booths of more than 200 local and national merchants. Children five years and under may enter at no charge during regular market hours. Separate tickets are required for special events. PULL CARTS AND STROLLERS will not be permitted inside Palmer Events Center.
MENU THE PLAZA CAFE Catering sponsored by: Dagar’s Catering of Austin $16 plus tax Thursday, November 20th Mediterranean Salad SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTREE Creole Chicken Baked Potato OR Creole Veggie Baked Potato Raspberry Cheesecake Parfait
Friday, November 21st Creamy Caesar Salad with Shaved Parmesan SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTREE Grilled Chicken Penne with Red Pepper Pecan Pesto OR Grilled Portabella Penne with Roasted Red Pepper Pecan Pesto Lemon Fruit Tart
Saturday, November 22nd Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTREE Open-Faced Sandwich with Cranberry Oven Roasted Turkey Presented on Ciabatta OR Open-Faced Sandwich with Cranberry Brie (v.) Presented on Ciabatta Chocolate Raspberry Parfait
Sunday, November 23rd
If you need assistance purchasing tickets, please call 512.467.8982 or email the tickets team at acareservations@jlaustin.org.
CHOICE OF ENTREE Texas Field Green Salad with Smoked Chicken, Spicy Walnuts & Granny Smith Apples Tossed in an Apple Garlic Dressing OR Texas Field Green Salad with Smoked Winter Vegetables, Spicy Walnuts & Granny Smith Apples Tossed in an Apple Garlic Dressing S’more Parfait
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SPECIAL EVENTS After Market Decorations Sale Decorations sponsored by: Premier Events Just like the city that never sleeps, the excitement continues after A Christmas Affair comes to a close! Thousands of decorations from the event will be on sale at the A Christmas Affair After Market to be held:
Friday, December 5th | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 6th | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7th | 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. At The Junior League of Austin’s Headquarters 5416 Parkcrest, Suite 100 Austin, Texas 78731 The After Market event is open to the public. Pre-orders for decorations may be placed at the Decorations Booth, located in the northeast corner of the main tree at A Christmas Affair.
Ornament Celebrate Christmas in the City with Christopher Radko’s 2014 League personalized “Big Apple Sights” collectable ornament. Hand crafted by Polish artisans and glitter dusted, Santa is enjoying every-thing special about Christmas in the City. Purchase yours and cherish tomorrow’s memories today. Price $60.00 Quantites are limited To order, www.jlaustin.org Also available at The Junior League of Austin Booth on the Grand Aisle during A Christmas Affair. Ornament Sculpture Sponsored by: Whole Foods Market
Pick-A-Package Stop by the main tree during Market Days and purchase your pick-a-package. Packages contain gift certificates to our merchants and will be sold for $50. Each package is guaranteed to contain at least $100 in gift certificates, with some packages including as much as $200 in gift certificates!
Custom Candle This years signature holiday candle is red currant. Earthy green, tart citrus, cassis and fruity musk unite in the perfection of Remarkable Red. Fill your home or the homes of your friends with the official smell of Christmas in the City. It makes a perfect gift for your friends, loved ones and yourself. We have three sizes available and quantities are limited. Purchase your candle at the main tree or www.jlaustin.org.
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PORTRAITURE PACKAGES Picture perfect! Purchase certificates for amazing photography packages offered by well-known local photographers at a substantial discount. Photographers include: Susan Hoermann/Evergreen Studios, Greer Evans Photography, Kittleman Photography and Cat Mattingly Photography.
Susan Hoermann/Evergreen Studios Retail value of $890 offered at $150 Give yourself The Art of Family. Evergreen studios will design the perfect session for your lifestyle and home decor. Also included in this collection is a $200 portrait credit, 50 signature holiday cards featuring two of your favorite images, and a designer portrait consultation.
Cat Mattingly Photography Retail value of $350, offered at $125 Capture your children or entire family on custom designed holiday cards. Each package includes a personal consultation, a one to two hour session at the location of your choice, and 75 5�X7� flat cards featuring your favorite portrait.
Kittleman Photography Retail value of $590 at $150 Kittleman Photography is celebrating 20 years of creating portraits in Austin specializing in high school seniors and families. Package includes one hour session, one 11X14 master portrait, 16 wallets, and one small digital file.
Greer Evans Photography Retail Value of $625, offered at $150 Enjoy a customized photography session and consultation with award-winning Greer Evans. Package includes a consultation and session at the location of your choice, one 11X14 portrait, and media file.
Photography gift certificates are available for purchase at www.jlaustin.org and at the Main Tree during A Christmas Affair; limited quantities available. For a full description of packages and to buy certificates, please visit www.jlaustin.org.
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The i raffle Purchase a ticket to win one of the fabulous prize packages at A Christmas Affair:
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Jet off to NYC for your own ‘in the City’ trip. Travel, accommodations, and a one-of-akind tour included.
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Bring New York Fashion Week to you with a personal styling and shopping experience, complete with a surprise gift!
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Cooking ‘in the City’! BBQ will never be the same once you go Egg.
$20 for one ticket or $50 for three tickets Raffle tickets are available for purchase at A Christmas Affair during market hours and at all parties. Tickets may be purchased at the main tree through Sunday, November 23rd at 2:00 p.m. Winners will be announced Sunday, November 23rd at 3:00 p.m. Need not be present to win.
past chairs Anne S. Carlson 1976 A Christmas Affair Nancy Buford 1977 A Christmas Affair
Amanda Beck 1995 Christmas in the Mountains
Bitsy Henderson 1978 A Charles Dickens Christmas Amy Jenness 1979 A Texas Christmas Ellen Yarrell 1980 A Christmas Affair Libby Malone 1981 A Christmas Confection
Sheri Krause 1997 Heavenly Holidays Hillary Anderson 1998 A White Christmas Elizabeth Ateyeh 1999 Celebrate the Season
Mary Herman 1982 Fiesta de Navidad Anne Winn 1983 A Country Christmas Susan Baker 1984 Christmas Around the World
Julie Oles 1996 An Old World Christmas
Lisa Rodman 2000 A Bon Voyage Christmas Sharman Reed 2001 Deck The Halls Laura Mauro 2002 A Royal Holiday Beth Plater 2003 Christmas in the Quarter
Chris Attal 1985 A Colonial Willaimsburg Christmas
Tamra Beasley 2004 Bellissimo Natale
Melissa Jackson 1986 A Nutcacker Christmas
Sandy Alcalá 2005 A Classic Hollywood Christmas Betsy Kirksey 2006 Christmas in Austin ~ Home for the Holidays
Nancy Nation 1987 Fete de Noel Patty Huffines 1988 A New York Christmas Lucie Taylor 1989 Twas the Night Before Christmas Susan Parker 1990 Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Donna Stockton-Hicks 1991 Christmas and All That Jazz Celeste Stark 1992 The Magic of Christmas Past K. K. (Katherine) Rice 1993 A Christmas Affair to Remember Nancy Prideaux 1994 An Enchanted Christmas
Kelly Goulding 2007 The Gift of the Magi Gayla Zachry 2008 Noel de Paris Stacy Dollar 2009 It’s a Wild Holiday Cathy Northcutt 2010 Enchanted Trish Koester 2011 The Magic of Christmas Marilyn Orr Willson 2012 The Twelve Days of Christmas Holly Mace Massingill 2013 Winter Wonderland
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a christmas affair sponsors & the junior league of austin donors The Junior League of Austin thanks the following sponsors for their support of our charitable work in the community. League volunteers serve the community through well-known programs such as Coats for Kids and FIT - Food In Tummies, and also projects with nonprofit agencies, increasing their capacity with our members as a volunteer workforce. With every dollar raised for community programs, the League triples its impact when combined with the commitment of our trained volunteers. For example: • • •
With $2,000, the League will provide a week of activities for children with diabetes while providing education about managing their illness. Our volunteers will be Camp Group Leaders at Camp Bluebonnet. With $85, our FIT - Food In Tummies volunteers will feed a hungry child weekend meals for an entire school semester. With $45, warm winter coats will be purchased for three children. Our volunteers will fit those children and their new coats at Coats for Kids.
These are only a few of the ways The Junior League of Austin impacts our community. Thank you again to all our donors and sponsors!
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IBC Bank IBC Bank’s motto is “We Do More”, and this motto is more than just a tagline. IBC works relentlessly to give back to the local community through charity and volunteer efforts. IBC Bank has been a yearly sponsor of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair since 2009, and looks forward to another bright year as a supporter of The Junior League of Austin.
KISS 96.7 96.7 KISS FM is committed to being a strong community partner and continues to spotlight thousands of local and national non-profit organizations that are working to address critical issues and causes. 96.7 KISS FM’s commitment to The Junior League of Austin solidifies a combined dedication to serving the Austin and Central Texas community. By raising our voices locally, 96.7 KISS FM is making a better tomorrow.
Nelson Puett Foundation The Nelson Puett Foundation is a proud sponsor of The Junior League of Austin and continues to support the mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.
Randalls Food Markets Randalls Food Market is proud to be a long-time supporter of The Junior League of Austin, working together with The Junior League of Austin to enrich the lives of those in our community. Randall’s believes that The Junior League of Austin programs and remarkable volunteers are a tribute to the strength of women and the power of community.
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Spirit 105.9 SPIRIT 105.9, The Spirit of Austin, provides encouragement and hope through uplifting music and the message. SPIRIT 105.9 is an encouraging, family-friendly radio station aiming to be a beacon of light to the city of Austin. With live and local programming, families of Austin and Central Texas are kept in mind. As the holiday season approaches, SPIRIT 105.9 will celebrate the reason for the season and lift your spirit with Christmas music.
Sterling Affairs Catering & Event Planning Sterling Affairs is the caterer of choice for the most stunning and spectacular event centers in Central Texas. With over 15 years in the business, Sterling Affairs have performed over 10,000 events in the Austin-Central Texas area. Whether you need a buffet, plated meal, hors d’oeuvres, or stations, Sterling Affairs Catering has a menu that will fit your needs. Sterling Affairs is far more than merely a catering company; Sterling Affairs is a full-service company that can also provide you with event planning, rentals, and management.
Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market is proud to be working with The Junior League of Austin FIT – Food In Tummies Program for the 2014-2015 school year to help support Del Valle schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. Through partnerships with innovative organizations, schools, and educators, the Whole Kids Foundation® works to provide children with access to fresh, nutritious meals with the goal of ending the childhoodobesity epidemic. Whole Foods Market support of the FIT Program is a great opportunity to help fulfill this mission within the Austin community.
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Bank of America
As a global company serving clients through operations in more than 40 countries, Bank of America approaches inventing through a national strategy under which it works with local leaders to identify and meet the most pressing needs of individual communities. Under this strategy, Bank of America was proud to support The Junior League of Austin’s 80th Anniversary last spring and continues to support the Coats for Kids and FIT - Food In Tummies programs.
Cambia Information Group
Cambia Information Group is a full service market research consultancy that specializes in helping companies understand how their key stakeholder groups perceive their brands, communications, products, and services. Through leading-edge technology, Cambia has helped The Junior League of Austin build momentum to fuel future performance by providing research and insight into membership and reach within the Central Texas community.
Premiere Events
Premiere Events is a locally owned, family operated business that provides party and event rental products and support service to special event professionals and individual event holders. Premiere Events occupies more than 60,000 total square feet in South Austin, as well as a satellite location in north Austin, making it the only Austin/Central Texas rental company with multiple locations for customer convenience.
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103.5 BOB-FM and 93.3 KGSR BOB-FM and KGSR, two stations under the Emmis Austin Radio Broadcasting Company, continue to give back to the Austin community. Through their support of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair, each radio station is working to provide a better community for Central Texans.
Austin Monthly Magazine Each month, Austin Monthly Magazine informs, entertains and intrigues readers in the capital city in an effort to provide relevant information, enrich lives and foster enthusiasm for our unique city. Austin Monthly Magazine is happy to be supporting The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair and is looking forward to being a part of this historic holiday celebration that Austinites look forward to attending every year.
Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation The Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation is one of the original believers and supporters of the FIT – Food In Tummies Program, providing The Junior League of Austin with help and insight into hunger within Central Texas. Pairing with many non-profits addressing hunger within our community, the Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation continues to support the FIT program year after year, finding ways to feed hungry children, provide families with nutrition education and help to bring awareness to the issue of hunger within Central Texas.
The Lowe Foundation The Lowe Foundation was created in 1988 by Erma Lowe and her daughter Mary Ralph Lowe. Their goal is to give back to the State of Texas by supporting women and children’s health and educational needs. Since its inception, The Lowe Foundation has assisted over 400 organizations, which now includes FIT - Food In Tummies program. Funding will be used to continue the mission of reducing child weekend hunger and providing health and nutrition education to families.
St. David’s Episcopal Church The Grants Committee for Community Outreach (GCCO) of St. David’s Episcopal Church provides proceeds from the Next-to-New Shop, a consignment, resale and antique store that serves as an outreach ministry of the church. The GCCO has a long history of serving those in need within the Austin community. This tradition continues with the support of FIT - Food In Tummies program, where funds will be used to provide weekend nourishment for 34 weeks to 1,600 Pre-K through 5th grade students at two Del Valle ISD elementary schools in the 2014 - 2015 school year.
Susan Hoermann – Evergreen Studios For more than thirty years, Susan Hoermann, the sole owner and principal photographer, has made her living creating images of people’s lives. Evergreen Studios sets out to exceed the clients’ expectations every day, and to create a masterpiece every day. Using their talents and passion, moments are captured that celebrate and remember the lives of tens of thousands of people, including members of The Junior League of Austin. 36
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SXSW Community Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas The SXSW Community Fund is SXSW’s first-ever philanthropic fund administered by the Communities Foundation of Texas. The fund has been used for honorees of the Dewey Winburne Community Service Award and the Grulke Prize for Career Act, as well as making charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations including The Junior League of Austin.
Texas Fertility Center Thomas C. Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen M. Silverberg, M.D., Lisa J. Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer L. James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. A longstanding supporter of The Junior League of Austin, Texas Fertility Center is one of the nation’s leading full-service infertility practices providing advanced infertility and reproductive endocrinology services to patients throughout Texas, the Southwestern United States and the Americas. Since 1980, Texas Fertility Center has been recognized nationally for outstanding pregnancy rates, cutting-edge laboratory procedures and innovative research programs.
Wells Fargo Benefiting the communities where we live and work is at the heart of Wells Fargo’s culture since the company was founded. This heritage continues today through the continued support of The Junior League of Austin programs. Wells Fargo continues to support The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair year after year, ensuring that programs such as Coats for Kids and FIT-Food In Tummies continue to greatly add to the quality of life in our communities.
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3M 3M’s mission is to improve every life through innovative giving in education, community and the environment. A long-time supporter of The Junior League of Austin’s ABC Grants Program, 3M continues to support the Central Texas community by helping to provide supplemental funding to exceptional teachers in Central Texas school districts.
Donald D. Hammill Foundation The Donald D. Hammill Foundation was established to improve the quality of life for people who have disabilities, the aged and people who are financially disadvantaged, including the working poor and those who are indigent or chronically ill. By supporting local programs, including The Junior League of Austin’s FIT - Food In Tummies Program, the Donald D. Hammill Foundation is working to supply basic needs to the Central Texas community.
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP Maxwell Locke & Ritter is the largest locally owned and managed accounting firm in the Greater Austin Area with offices in downtown Austin and Round Rock. Their vision is to be a place where people love their work, provide great service and support the Central Texas community, including helping The Junior League of Austin achieve their goals. CAPITALINES FALL 2014
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A Special Thanks to Our Coats for Kids Partners Jack Brown Cleaners* Since 1935, Jack Brown Cleaners has been dedicated to providing convenient, quality products and service to its customers. Jack Brown Cleaners is the original partner of Coats for Kids, providing the collection, counting and a free cleaning of every donated warm winter coat. With programs like Coats for Kids, Jack Brown Cleaners makes a difference in Central Texas.
KASE 101* KASE 101’s commitment to Coats for Kids solidifies a combined dedication to serving children in need. It is through local partnerships with dedicated organizations, such as The Junior League of Austin, that we believe we can make a difference in the lives of Central Texans.
KVUE Austin* Since signing on in 1971, community service has remained a cornerstone at KVUE. For 26 years, our dedication to the Coats for Kids campaign is unwavering. At KVUE, we strive to earn the trust of our viewers and the citizens of Central Texas every day.
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IBC Bank KISS 96.7* Nelson Puett Foundation Randalls Food Markets Spirit 105.9* Sterling Affairs Catering & Event Planning* Whole Foods Market
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103.5 BOB-FM and 93.3 KGSR* Austin Monthly Magazine* Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation The Lowe Foundation St. David’s Episcopal Church and Next to New Shop Outreach Grants Susan Hoermann - Evergreen Studios* SXSW Community Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas Texas Fertility Center - Thomas C. Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen M. Silverberg, M.D., Lisa J. Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer L. James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. Wells Fargo
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Austin Woman Magazine* Dagar’s Catering* The Darrell and Heather May Family Foundation Electric Transmission Texas, LLC Frost Keller Williams Realty International Nordstrom Patsy and David Sharbutt RetailMeNot, Inc. Topfer Family Foundation TRIBEZA Austin Magazine*
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Antler Mini Storage AQUILA Commercial AT&T Austin Emergency Center Austin Family Magazine* Austin Lifestyle Magazine* Austin Sonic
Austin Way Magazine* The Flieller Family Barclay Papers* Carey of Austin* CenterPoint Energy, Inc. Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. DuBose Family Foundation ECG Foundation Elizabeth and Bill Milburn EZCORP Foundation Fayruz Benyousef Consulting Greer Evans Photography* Jennifer L. Walden, MD, PLLC Kaspar Construction* Kittleman Photography* Leadership Austin* MAXIMUS Michelob Ultra/Brown Distributing Co.* MFI Foundation Mr. Notebook, Inc.* Perfect Cuts of Austin Prosperity Bank The Sherrill Family Foundation - Debbie Sherrill Courtney Tina and Brent McCutchin Vicki and Fred Wilkerson
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Amanda Beck Foster Amber Carden Ashley and Chris Rice Austin Kids Directory* Bellini’s Texas Grill Cat Mattingly Photography* Embellish Nails and Boutique* EPIC Event Design* Grande Cares The Groves Family Holly and Kevin Priestner Jill and Mike Klucher Julie Hildebrand Kodosky Family Fund of the Austin Community Foundation Laura and Eagle Robinson LCRA Employees’ United Charities Nancy and Jim Edsel PPD Development, LP Square Cow Moovers* Sheridan Liability Associates* Tara Akins and French Smith IV The Thinkery YourCause, LLC
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Amanda Sharbutt Austex Moving* Becky and Jeff Melton Beth Jones Cathy and Ed McHorse
Cissie Ferguson Cowgirls and Lace* Dana Fisher Dianne and Dr. Eugene P. Schoch III The Driskill Hotel* Easter Seals Central Texas* FunFlicks Outdoor Movies of Texas Gavin and Holly Mace Massingill Girl Scout Troop 2380 Gregory Noack Jackie and Bryan McDonald Jacquelyn N. Noack Leigh Edgar and Associates Printing and Design* Libby and Bruce Malone Lisa Tully Mary Love (Bitsy) Henderson Mary Scherer Michele K. Roach Municipal Advisory Council of Texas Pam and Marty Akins Sherri and Travis West Sip on the Square* Susan Griffith Torchy’s Tacos Arbor Trails* Tres Perros WAG-A-BAG Walmart Foundation
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Alice Gentry Casie and Will Wenmohs Dana Fisher Einstein Bros Bagels* Evelyn and Griff Singer Jené and Eric Bearse Jennifer Schell Katie and Andy Schonert Leslie Moore Melissa Jackson Nancy Prideaux Nanette Labastida Natalie Kunkel Natalie and Tim Sheridan Nothing Bundt Cakes – Arboretum* Patricia’s Table* Reddy Ice* Roadway Productions* Sam’s Club* Sandy and Augie Alcalá Shannon Phillips Meroney Stuart Lee Wallace TRP Construction Group, LLC* Waterloo Ice House* Westlake United Methodist Church Yvette Ruiz *indicates in-kind sponsors
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COATS FOR KIDS VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE
DECEMBER 13, 2014 VOLUNTEER for Sorting Week and Distribution Day DONATE $15 buys a brand new coat for a child in need DROP-OFF Bring gently used coats to any area Jack Brown Cleaners ORGANIZE Start a Coat Drive with a group, office or school
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Volunteer Registration Now until December 12th Coat Drive Competition November 18th - December 6th Community Coat Drive November 18th - December 13th Coat Sorting Week December 10th - December 12th Distribution Day Saturday, December 13th
TO VOLUNTEER OR DONATE PLEASE VISIT www.jlaustin.org/coats
From the Sustaining President and to low-income school children who wouldn’t have enough to eat over weekends if it weren’t for the League’s FIT - Food In Tummies program. Sustainers are members of the League ages 40 and above who have “graduated” from active membership obligations. We maintain our affiliation to help mentor, guide, advise, engage and learn from our entire League membership community. Since The Junior League of Austin was founded in 1934, its members have contributed time, talent and treasure to enhance the Austin community. From bringing the first professional social worker to Austin, to founding non-profit organizations including the Ronald McDonald House (the League’s 50th Anniversary gift to Austin) and Con Mi MADRE, to innovation in response to community needs (see the FIT program above!). The League’s members have taken their League experiences and serve Austin beyond their League work—Austin has benefited from hundreds of League members tackling community issues, spearheading needed efforts and serving as civic leaders. Sustaining President, MariBen Ramsey
Thank you for your support of A Christmas Affair! With more than 2,400 total members – 1200+ provisional and active members and 1,200+ sustaining members - The Junior League of Austin relies on the community to help the League deliver on its mission: to promote voluntarism, to develop the potential of women and to improve our community. Thanks to you, The Junior League of Austin provides volunteers and funding to: local non profits; to teachers for educational projects;
Your support of the The Junior League of Austin is an investment that has an exponential return. You’ll find it all across our community—from the children who receive coats through Coats for Kids or weekend backpacks of food for kids who would otherwise go hungry to many of the leaders serving on boards and actively engaged in our community. MariBen Ramsey Sustaining President 2014-2015 The Junior League of Austin
2014-2015 Community Advisors Nikki Salzillo
Karlan Witt
Elizabeth Foster
Elizabeth Christian
Brad Robb
Greg Kozmetsky
John Michael Cortez
Marc Ott
Philanthropy Manager Bank of America Charitable Foundation
Executive Director Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation
Senior Partner Cambia Information Group, LLC
President KMS Ventures, Inc.
Global VP of Business Development Whole Foods Market
Community Involvement Manager Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority
President Elizabeth Christian and Associates Public Relations
City Manager City of Austin
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14 Districts / Stylestop - NEW!
Carmel, Indiana Unique fashion finds & holiday gift ideas from awardwinning boutique. Facebook: 14 Districts
Booth 227, 229
240sweet – NEW!
Columbus, Indiana Delight and impress with 240sweet gourmet marshmallows. Hand-crafted using a heritage style recipe in creative flavors. www.240sweet.com
Booth 504
Ambriz Jewelry
Be Wee
Booth 203, 205
Booth 337
Fredericksburg, Texas Monogrammed, personalized and Ranch brand jewelry made and designed with a contemporary and casual upscale look. www.ambrizjewelry.com
Annie’s Metal Outlet
League City, Texas We feature hundreds of Christmas ornaments and seasonal Home & Garden décor by The Round Top Collection. We personalize FREE! www.anniesmetal.com
Booth 349, 351, 353
A Touch of Vintage
Westworth Village, Texas Tamra’s multi-faceted designs include stunning collections of antique jewelry, fashion, vintage treasures, and boudoir. www.TamraNovak.com
Arloom – NEW!
Accessories Etc.
Ashley Schenkein Jewelry Design
Booth 316
Durant, Oklahoma Exclusive boutique clothing line Bliss Couture w/ amazing prices. Check out Instagram, FB & our Bliss Boutique APP to review our styles. www.blissboutique.biz
Booth 356, 358, 360 Adelante Boutique
Austin, Texas Women’s clothing, gifts, accessories and jewelry. We have contemporary fashions with a bohemian vibe. www.adelanteaustin.com
Booth 341, 343, 345
Wimberley, Texas Handmade, one-of-a-kind handbags, travel bags and jewelry made using handwoven textiles and leather. www.arloom.com
Booth 721
Denver, Colorado Contemporary, hand-made jewelry for the daughter, wife or mother in your life. www.asjewelrydesign.com
Booth 556
Austin Boot Boutique – NEW!
Leander, Texas Unique, hand-crafted women’s footwear, accessories and gifts. www.austinbootboutique.com
Booth 644
Austin Cake Ball
Adorn
Lakeway, Texas Unique women’s clothing, scarves, handmade jewelry and gifts.
Booth 507, 509
African Elephant Hair Bracelets
Santa Barbara, California Safari jewelry fashioned after the original African Elephant Hair Bracelets. Made out of precious metals. www.safarijewelry.com
Booth 129
Austin, Texas Local confectioner that specializes in unique cake balls. Perfect for gifts, parties, family gatherings and a way to treat yourself! www.austincakeball.com
Booth 536
Austin Canine Central – NEW!
Austin, Texas Gifts and goodies for dogs and dog lovers: collars and leads, toys and treats, cool shirts for men and women. www.austincaninecentral.com
Booth 119, 121
Ala Carte Alice - NEW!
Louisville, Mississippi We offer a line of gourmet mixes including dips, cheese balls, soups, entrees, grilling glazes and pepper jam. www.alacartealice.com
Booth 228
Be. – NEW!
Cuero, Texas Be. A unique boutique filled with fun clothing, funky finds, fabulous jewelry, Patty Lou art & Be. bedding - 100% soft washable linen.
Booth 318, 320
All of Us - NEW!
Sondheimer, Louisiana We are a family owned business of 23 years that makes the finest line of soup, dip, muffin and cheese ball mixes. www.allofussoupdip.com
Booth 107, 109 All Stars Dips
B by Brandie – NEW!
Richardson, Texas B by Brandie offers dinnerware to unique gifts and decor, a mix of modern styling with a dash of fashion for the home. www.bbybrandie.com
Booth 339
Round Rock, Texas Unique, original handmade accessories. Hair clips, beanies, cowls, leather jewelry. Gifts for every girl on your list at a great price. www.beweeshop.com
Bear Creek Smokehouse
Marshall, Texas Hickory smoked meats and gourmet goodies for the holidays. www.bearcreeksmokehouse.com
Booth 716, 718
BedHead Pajamas
Venice, California Jammies & Jewels - Premium Cotton Pajamas for Men, Women & Children. Made in Glamorous Los Angeles!!!
Booth 637, 639
Berdoll Pecan Candy & Gift Company
Cedar Creek, Texas Locally grown pecans and delicious pecan candies which make the perfect holiday gift! www.berdoll.com
Booth 213
Bird Dog Bay
Chicago, Illinios Sophisticated yet whimsical men’s accessories and traditional clothing. www.birddogbay.com
Booth 539
Bits of Courage
Austin, Texas A unique personalization boutique to customize your Christmas list. Oilcloth bags, tumblers, clipboards, & more. www.bitsofcourage.com
Booth 308, 310 bmiley designs
Houston, Texas French inspired home decor, stamped silverware, yarn wreaths, vintage framed crosses, animal head art, cloches w/vintage treasures. www.bmiley.com
Booth 423, 425
Bombat Washer Co.
Austin, Texas Custom washer pitching games, Texas style fun for the whole family. www.bombatwashers.com
Booth 705
BonBon by Micah Yancey
Dallas, Texas A well-edited collection of on-trend, colorful, and clean jewelry designs. Handmade with gorgeous semiprecious gemstones and 14-carat gold filled metal. www.bonbonbymicahyancey.com
Booth 525
Brit & Belle
Dallas, Texas Stylish clothing, accessories, and decor for mom and baby. www.etsy.com/thebabybeeboutique
Austin, Texas Shop fun and flirty handbags or create “arm candy” from our bangle bar. With a wide variety of designs and prices, we have something for every style and budget. www.shopbritandbelle.com
Alpine Wine Design
Bali Queen by Queen Eileen’s
Brushes and Bows
Booth 622, 624
Booth 723
Kansas City, Missouri All natural gourmet dip and dessert mixes. All natural, contains no MSG, no preservatives, no sugars. Gluten free. www.allstarsdips.com
Booth 658, 660
Golden, Colorado Wine barrel furniture and home decor for the discriminating wine aficionado. Handmade in Colorado.
Amber Marie & Company
Tulsa, Oklahoma Enchanting decor, gifts, and fashions for every style and taste at an affordable price. www.AmberMarieAndCo.com
Booth 627, 629, 726, 728
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Baby Bee Boutique - NEW!
Booth 736
Encinitas, California Women’s jewelry, apparel, and accessories. www.baliqueen.com
Bali Sterling Silver
Maryland Heights, Missouri Sterling Silver jewelry exquisitely handcrafted by artisans in Bali, Indonesia.
Booth 108, 110
Booth 635
Hurst, Texas Trendy fashions for girls and flashy footwear (Size 12 mo10). Hip chic accessories and dazzling stocking stuffers. Happy Holidays!
Booth 503, 505 Buckle It
Queen Creek, Arizona Handmade belt buckles, leather cuffs, hats, unique gifts for men in your life and other one of a kind accessories! www.buckleit.com
Booth 161
Bunnies and Bows
Company’s Comin’
D-Patt Wine Bottle Stoppers
Booth 720, 722
Booth 249, 251
Booth 259, 261
Lewisville, Texas Whimsical and Collegiate licensed pillowcases, tooth fairy pillows, tutu aprons, and tutu stockings, all personalized while you shop! www.bunniesandbows.com
by Philippe
Astoria, New York Hand crafted in New York sterling silver and 14 karat gold filled jewelry . www.byphilippe.com
Booth 117
Carmie’s Kitchen – NEW!
Wylie, Texas Gourmet food products including dip mixes, soups, cheeseballs, olive oil seasonings, and holiday gift items. www.peppersprings.com
Booth 600, 602
Carry It Well! – NEW!
Waco, Texas Hanging Garment bags made with fun fabrics! We have Ikat, Toile, Tye Dye and more. These are great gifts for everyone. www.etsy.com/shop/carryitwell
Booth 322
Cat Spring Tea – NEW!
Cat Spring, Texas Rediscover yaupon tea, a lost American resource made in Texas. A unique gift idea for the person who has everything. www.catspringtea.com
Booth K9
Cat’s Carpetbags - NEW!
Marietta, Georgia Cat’s Carpetbags…Vintage, Tattered, Romantic, Gypsy Chic. Handmade clothing, Accessories and bags for women and little girls. www.catscarpetbags.com
Booth 254
Cheryl Long Design/Pure West/ Pure Vintage
Bastrop, Texas VINTAGE RE-INVENTED. Actual antique components and found objects incorporated into wearable art and home decor. www.purewest.net
Booth 301, 303, 305 Child’s Play
Houston, Texas Current best-selling children’s books for ages newborn thru 3rd grade. Also have Melissa & Doug puzzles and toys for young children. www.childs-play.com
Booth 312
China Baroque
Houston, Texas Handcrafted Jewelry made from Re-purposed Dishes. www.chinabaroque.com
Booth 223, 225
Christina Greene – NEW!
Houston, Texas Christina Greene is a unique jewelry line designed to highlight the beauty of natural stones from all over the world. www.christinagreenedesigns.com
Booth 139
Christmas Carvings, etc
Lockhart, Texas A collection of hand carved Christmas Santas, ornaments, and dolls, carved by local Texas woodcarvers. www.christmascarvingsetc.com
Booth K8
Hearne, Texas Prepackaged gourmet soup, casserole, dip, and cheeseball mixes; hot and sweet jalapeno peppers; Easy As Pie Mixes. www.companyscomin.com
Leander, Texas We make all of our products by hand and use over 100 different woods, acrylics, and antlers to produce a one of a kind Wine Bottle Stopper. www.StopYourTop.com
Copper Artistry By TK Imports
E. Wildman Gallery
Booth 122, 124
Booth 321
Austin, TX Copper Art Plates, panels and vases. Home décor, rustic wood windows, collegiate items and small Christmas gift items. www.tkimports.com
Cowbaby Gear / Lucky Ranch Style – NEW!
Whitt, Texas We specialize in uniquely western-chic baby, kid and woman clothing, bedding, home decor and gear! www.cowbabygear.com
Booth 241, 243
Crosses and More
New Braunfels, Texas Crosses of all kinds, plaques, clothing, jewelry, and baby outfits.
Booth 103, 105 Dandy
Austin, Texas Handcrafted ceramic gem jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, and leather cuffs. www.dandycraft.com
Booth 143
Darling Designs – NEW!
Austin, Texas Unique “almost one of a kind” handbags, carry-on’s and accessories! Hand made in Texas. Be Unique, Be Darling! www.darlingdesignstx.com
Booth 153, 155
DGZ Chocolates
Houston, Texas We manufacture Toffarazzi, our award winning version of toffee. We also make many other gourmet chocolates. www.dgzchocolates.com
Booth 145 di Potter
Excelsior, Minnesota di Potter Wine Glass Shades & Accessories - Dress your table for the holiday season. www.dipotter.com
Booth 524 Dish Envy
Buda, Texas The finest “Unikat” Polish pottery available! Exquisite designs direct from Boleslawiec,Poland. Hand-painted and signed by the artist.
Booth 752 Diva B
Frisco, Texas Bodacious Boots exclusive retailer. Fabulous fashions, sassy tees, and custom appliqued pieces. Unique oneof-a-kind jewelry and accessories. www.facebook.com/divabdesigns
Booth 511, 513 Dogadillo
Austin, Texas Dogadillo offers designer dog apparel, collars, beds, bowls, fun toys, spa products, along with healthy, premium pet food and treats. www.dogadillo.com
Booth 609, 611
D’s Iron Designs
Sugar Land, Texas Hand made wrought iron home decor including seasonal and non-seasonal items, wall decor and beaded garland.
Austin, Texas A boutique with unique and original abstract art, silk scarves, painted wine stands, iPhone covers & coaster sets. www.EricaWildman.com
Edna Rose with a Twist – NEW!
Marble Falls, Texas Apparel and accessories, unique gifts, decor, and furniture all vintage with a modern twist for all the women and girls in your life. www.ednarosecollection.com
Booth 542, 544
EL PATIO GIFTS/BEJEWELED
Laredo, Texas One of a kind pieces from around the world. We carry top quality brands to the most chicest accessories every girl wants. www.bejeweled_laredo.com
Booth 616, 618
Embellish Nails & Boutique
Austin, Texas Local purveyor of cuteness for all the ladies on your list including: jewelry, apparel, Christmas ornaments, unique gifts & more! www.embellishnails.com
Booth 302, 304, 306
En Masse Marketing Corp - Pony Pal
Austin, Texas Toy riding pony pals and their friends available in 3 sizes and can be rode by children of all ages from toddlers to adults. www.ponypalstabel.com
Booth 405, 407
En Masse Provincial
Austin, Texas The Gourmet Grater is original Folk Art from France and Spain and is handmade by local artisans. www.grillitnow.com
Booth 552
Erin’s Earrings
Georgetown, Texas Handcrafted jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings) using Swarovski crystals, genuine stones, and fresh water pearls. www.erinsearrings.com
Booth 234, 236
Farm Pac Kitchens
Yoakum, Texas Amazing Smoked Meats to carry home or ship to your favorite customer, client or family member. www.farmpac.com
Booth 101
Fat Rat Family
Frisco, Texas Whimsical apparel, accessories, doll clothes, holiday items, great gift finds! www.fatratfamily.com
Booth 340, 342, 344
Frayed Flower – NEW!
Spring, Texas Frayed Flower creates handmade fabric flowers using unique textiles, Swarovski crystals and embellishments applied to hats, hairwraps. www.frayedflower.com
Booth 260
Booth 207, 209, 211
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Frocket
Iona Handcrafted Books
Booth 238, 240
Booth 245
Dallas, Texas Preppy pocket apparel. Our custom pocket apparel will instantly become your favorites, with a bit of southern flair. www.frocket.com
Game Day Glam & More – NEW!
Horseshoe Bay, Texas Fashion forward, officially licensed, trendy gameday/ tailgate female fanwear. Get your Game Day Glam on!! www.facebook.com/gdglam
Booth 148
Georgian House Antiques
Austin, Texas Heirloom quality leather journals, sketchbooks, & photo albums hand-stitched in East Austin. For the creative folks on your list. www.ionahandcraftedbooks.com
jacqueline B
Thousand Oaks, California Women’s clothing at up to the minute styles at great prices.
Booth 601, 603, 605, 607
Jessica Thompson Designs
Baton Rouge, Louisiana Antique English Prints, Children’s Prints, English & Oriental China, Books, Silver, Decorative, Gifts. www.georgianhouseantiques.com
New York, New York Timeless Accessories curated by designer Jessica Thompson: We love “collaboration & craft” and bringing well-made goods to the market. www.jessicathompsondesign.com
Glam Girls
Jewelry Girl Designs
Booth 102, 104
Bellaire, Texas Ladies boutique fashion for junior, missy, women & plus sizes. Sweater dresses & fall tunics, fleece lined leggings, tops, jackets, pants, shoes & boots plus fall accessories. www.facebook.com/GlamGirlsTexas
Booth 702, 704
GlitzyDeco – NEW!
Arlington, Texas Holiday wreaths and home decor. Stenciled university and decorative pillows. Wooden tic-tac-toe and checker sets. www.etsy.com/shop/decoglitz
Booth 112
Go Jump in the Lake – NEW!
Acworth, Georgia Rustic shabby chic wooden signs and frames. www.gojumpinthelake.net
Booth 226
Gourmet Blends
Torrance, CA Gourmet Blends is pleased to offer 100% pure, barrelaged balsamic vinegar. Plus, the most delicious fruit and herb infused olive oils. www.gourmetblends.us
Booth 326, 328
Great Rocky Mountain Fur
Saratoga, Wyoming Great Rocky Mountain Fur offers a sophisticated, high-fashion collection of ladies fur garments and accessories. www.greatrockymountainfur.com
Booth 116, 118
Gresham – NEW!
Dallas, Texas Jewelry made by integrating semi and precious stones with fine metals, elements of nature, and occasional antique objects. www.jewelrybygresham.com
Booth 253
Haul Couture
Huntsville, Alabama Haul Couture Bags are constructed from designer fabrics and are fully insulated. Many use as travel, tailgating, or shopping. www.haulcouture.com
Booth 359, 361 Have 2 Have It
Dallas, Texas Home of the Ear-Resistible bunny & puppy w/ matching blankets and more. Embroidered at show. www.have2haveit.com
Booth 626
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Luxury European linens; Italian, olive wood products; and fanciful, holiday candles. www.kissofeurope.com
Booth 156, 158 KK’S – NEW!
Humble, Texas Circle E Candles, Lola Blue Bags.
Booth K2
La Bella Italia
Palm Desert, California Finest, artisan-crafted table linens from Italy & France: tablecloths, napkins, runners, centerpieces, breadbaskets, dishtowels; other unique table top items.
Booth 654, 656
Laugh Out Loud Expressions
Leawood, Kansas Fabulous and affordable clothing. Unique jewelry.
Houston, Texas Whimsical dancing gingerbread, singing Santa’s & whistling reindeer! Hundreds of animations by your favorite artists and tunes. www.laughoutloudexpressions.com
Joe Koen & Son-Since 1883
Laura Lee Designs, Inc. – NEW!
Booth 252
Booth 741, 743, 745
Austin, Texas A unique collection of fine, fun, holiday, and collegiate jewelry and gifts. www.joekoenjewelers.com
Booth 461
Jon Jahraus Cartoons
Booth 150
Vienna, Virginia A one-of-a-kind luxury handbag company with a cornucopia of bold colors in appliqué, snake skin and leather. www.lauraleedesigns.com
Booth 218
Parkville, Missouri Humorous editorial style cartoons drawn to your specific order. www.netoons.com
Laura Lively
Julie B
Booth 643, 645
Booth 724
La Grange, Texas Captivating, hip, fashionable, charming and dazzling women and childrens clothing jewelry and gifts. www.juliebboutique.com
Booth 449, 451, 548, 550 Julie’s Boutique
Charlotte, North Carolina Julie’s Boutique offers trendy-updated “super-cute” women’s apparel and accessories at great value for women of all ages. www.JuliesClothing.com
Booth 535, 537, 634, 636 Kaleidoscope Toys
Round Rock, Texas Kaleidoscope Toys offer unique, fun educational toys and gifts for the young and young at heart. Let us fulfill your list. www.kstoy.com
Booth 149, 151
Katoj Personalized Jewelry – NEW!
Austin, Texas Personalized hand stamped sterling silver and 14k gold initial, name and family disc necklaces and bracelets. www.katoj.com
Booth 508
Kellie’s Baking Co – NEW!
Jacksonville, Florida Genuine freshwater pearl and natural stone jewelry. Designs are modern twists on the classics at affordable prices. www.mylauralively.com
Leftovers Antiques Home Mercantile
Brenham, Texas Unique Christmas Decor, Antiques, Apothecary, and Gifts for everyone. www.leftoversantiques.com
Booth 401, 403, 500, 502 Leighelena
Austin, Texas Leighelena is a full line of enamel, leather and exotic skin accessories and jewelry for men and women, handcrafted in Austin, Texas. www.leighelena.com
Booth 348, 350
Lemonhead Apparel
Allen, Texas Non slip adjustable patented headband guaranteed to stay in place www.lemonheadapparel.com
Booth 640, 642
lila+hayes littles loungewear – NEW!
Fort Worth, Texas Classic yet contemporary pima cotton children’s layette, playwear, pajamas, and accessories sizes NB-8. www.lilaandhayes.com
Booth 324
Austin, Texas Holiday cookies for your family events & corporate gifting. Add your logo or photos for a personal touch. www.KelliesBakingCo.com
Limbo Jewelry Design
Kendra Scott
Booth 638
Booth K5
Austin, Texas Kendra Scott, an accessories brand defined by dynamic and distinctive pieces that exude the passion & vibrancy of its CEO and designer. www.kendrascott.com
Booth 323, 325
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Austin, Texas 100% handmade in Austin TX, we never work with plated metals. Clean lines in organic shapes define our style. www.limbojewelry.com
Little Minnow & Scout and Honour – NEW!
Austin, Texas Screen-printed home goods and accessories that are both unique and effortlessly stylish. www.littleminnowdesigns.com
Booth 608
Liz James Designs
Austin, Texas Unique, locally handcrafted jewelry with semi-precious stones, 14kt gold fill and sterling silver. Handcrafted today, forever yours.
Booth 309
Longhorn Fashions – NEW!
Austin, Texas Affordable & stylish apparel, accessories, and gifts! Our dresses, sweaters, TX necklaces, & gemstone earrings are all under $50! www.longhornfashions.com
Booth 538, 540
Longhorn Racing Academy - NEW!
Mi Casa
Nannie & Pal
Booth 753, 755
Booth 749
Boerne, Texas Come sample Texas-sized homemade tamales made with fresh spices, freshly made sides and dips. Perfect holiday gifts! www.tamalesmicasa.com
Michele’s Estate Jewelry & Silver
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Booth 648, 650
Booth 127
Austin, Texas A large selection of fine estate/antique jewelry, sterling silver flatware, holloware, gift items all at affordable prices!!! www.michelessilver.com
San Marcos, Texas LRA provides on-track driving experiences in a variety of exciting sportscars (Porsche, etc.). www.longhornracingacademy.com
Millie & Mox – NEW!
Loredana’s Italian Specialty Foods
Booth 520, 522
Booth K7
Denver, Colorado Loredana’s line of Italian specialty foods are inspired by her family’s recipes from Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Northern Italy. www.loredanas.com
Booth 549, 551 Lounge Lizard
Kingsland, Texas Wrought iron home décor and gifts. Each piece is handmade and hand painted, mixed with the elegance of glass. Made in the USA. www.loungelizardusa.com
Booth 708, 710
Maison Maison Antiques - NEW!
Houston, Texas 18th & 19th C. French & European Designs, furniture, custom made accessories & one of a kind designer gifts. www.maisonmaisonantiques.com
Booth 441
Make It Sweet
Austin, Texas Your Austin-based headquarters for tools, supplies, ingredients and classes to make beautiful and delicious cakes, cookies and candies. www.makeitsweet.com
Booth 610, 612
Mama Lee’s Gourmet Hot Chocolate
Lewisburg, Tennessee We have a great line of Gourmet Hot Chocolate. We have been happily serving our customers for over 20 years now. www.bellbuckle.com
Booth 641
Marshmallow Fun Co
Dallas, Texas Award winning Marshmallow Toys for kids of ALL ages! They are Ammo-licious!!” www.marshmallowville.com
Booth 729
MD Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project
Houston, Texas Cards and gifts featuring designs created by pediatric patients at the Children’s Cancer Hospital at MD Anderson Cancer Center. www.childrensart.org
Booth 740, 742
Melissa’s Custom Gifts
Austin, Texas A fresh collection of jewelry, accessories, apparel, and sorority gifts including Spartina 449, Lilly Pulitzer, Spirit Jerseys, and PFG shirts. www.melissasatx.com
Cedar Park, Texas Nannie & Pal is Austin based, specializing in hand made holiday childrens wear for Boys & Girls. Fun & Festive for the Season! Sz 0-10 www.nannieandpal.com
Austin, Texas A Children’s boutique filled with global charm. Children’s fashion, toys, books, gifts and many other items from all over the world for ages 0-12 years. www.millieandmox.com
Mod – NEW!
Frisco, Texas mod is known for its signature “seriously stylish” camera straps & accessories created with vibrant colors, bold prints and whimsy. www.modstraps.com
Booth 620
Model Metalworks Inc.
Austin, Texas Made fresh daily using the freshest ingredients available, Nothing Bundt Cakes combines great taste and creative presentations. www.NothingBundtCakes.com
Oh Yeah!
Bee Cave, Texas The brightest, most UNIQUE selection of Gifts, FUN holiday tees & apparel. oh-yeah-boutique.myshopify.com
Booth 317, 319
One Minute Manicure
Houston, Texas One Minute FREE moisturizing hand treatment; you won’t believe your skin. Oprah loved it! Gifts for Friends and Family. www.oneminutemanicure.com
Booth 120
Orazure Hand Roasted Coffee – NEW!
Westminster, California Handmade pine needle baskets and metal ware for tabletop and home decor. www.modelmetalworks.com
Magnolia, Texas Orazure roasts remarkable tasting coffee from small farms. Gifts include brew equipment, local dark chocolates & coffee subscriptions. www.orazure.com
Mom’s Enterprises
Paris Texas Apparel Co.
Booth 553, 555
Elmhurst, Illinois We offer painted canvases both for home and holidays. Family rules for the home. For sports we offer every sign from swimming to baseball, in team colors. A sign for all seasons.
Booth 558, 560
MOTHER SHUCKER’S TAMALES – NEW!
Burleson, Texas Your “go to” for tamales (lard & gluten free), enchiladas, casseroles, and salsas. www.mothershuckerstamales.com
Booth 206, 208 Musee
Madison, Mississippi Fun and unique handmade bath balms to soothe your mind and body. www.museebath.com
Booth 352, 354 MYdrap
Spring Lake, New Jersey MYdrap Tear-Off Cotton Napkins On a Roll. www.buymydrap.com
Booth 457,459
MyCharmed Life – NEW!
Chicago, Illinois A charm bar with more than 1800 fabulous, silver charms to personalize a bracelet or necklace with memories & moments unique to you. www.mycharmedlife.com
Booth 734
Naked Body & Bath
Houston, Texas Handmade, natural bath and body products. Products are artisan-quality and handmade by women-owned small businesses in the US. www.nakedbodyandbath.com
Booth 300
Booth 443, 445
Booth 157
Austin, Texas Traditional men’s clothing for the Texas-minded man. www.paristexasco.com
Booth 307 Party Cat
Austin, Texas Personalized gifts for all occasions while you wait! www.partycat.com
Booth 409
PASTAMORE GOURMET FOODS
Georgetown, Texas Gluten free gourmet infused Olive oils,18 yr aged balsamic vinegar & gluten free pastas. Quality always is in style for all seasons. www.pastamore.com
Booth 516, 518
Peas & Carrots – NEW!
Oxford, Mississippi From the heart of Oxford, Mississippi a children’s shopping experience for that fun loving kid in your life! www.ShopPeasandCarrots.com
Booth 557, 559 perriberri
Austin, Texas Austin’s favorite lifestyle boutique! Unique finds for women, children, and home...featuring Barefoot Dreams. www.perriberri.com
Booth 411, 413 Petal Bay
Navarre, Florida Missy to Plus Size Ladies’ Boutique Apparel & Accessories. www.facebook/petalbay
Booth 144, 146 PizzazzingYou
Salado, Texas Boutique, infant and some toddler girl and boy holiday clothing, accessories and unique gift items. www.pizzazzingyou.com
Booth 135, 137
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Chesterfield, Missouri A huge variety of personalized Christmas ornaments and trendy upscale holiday décor.
Booth 659, 661
PK Fine Imports, Inc.
Palm Desert, California PK Fine Imports, Inc. provides a full range of fine quality Mexican pewter tableware at outstanding prices. www.pkfineimports.com
Booth 649, 651, 748, 750 QPC Company – NEW!
ScriptureArt
Southern Candymakers
Booth 201
Booth 453, 455
Decatur, Texas ScriptureArt Where Faith Meets Fashion - trendy inspirational gifts and accessories. www.scriptureart.com
SEALED COOLERS
Rockport, Texas One-of-a-kind soft-sided coolers made from cowhides, leather, Mexican and South American fabrics. www.sealedcoolers.com
Booth 224
Georgetown, Texas Quality Pennants: Nostalgic Vintage Framed Pennants of College, Sports, Military & more! Perfect gift for family room, office, or dorm!
Secret Garden
Pure & Simple Soy Candles
Booth 545
Booth 160
Round Rock, Texas All natural, hand-poured soy candles and sugar body scrubs. Good for the environment, good for you. Made locally in Round Rock, TX. www.pureandsimplesoy.com
Booth K1
Rattlesnake Ranch Pecans
New Orleans, Louisiana Delicious southern candies and confections as well as holiday gifts and accessories. www.southerncandymakers.com
Southern Roots – NEW!
Rockwall, Texas Southern inspired clothing and accessories for the classy, preppy and oh so trendy lady and gentleman. Monogram available in booth. www.HerSouthernRoots.com
Booth 248, 250
Ben Wheeler, Texas Secret Garden Embroidered Art & Gifts, Award winning embroidered linens and gifts, including hand crafted soaps and lotions. www.secretgardenshop.us
Southwestern Elegance
ShannieGirl
Sporting Traditions
Booth 141
Booth 256, 258
Houston, Texas Women’s Wraps, Capes and Shawls in a variety of beautiful styles and colors. www.shanniegirl.com
Kerrville, Texas Southwestern Elegance offers unique home and seasonal decor. The unusual, different and one of a kind. www.southwesternelegance.com
Booth 709, 711, 713
Smithville, Texas Hunting, fishing and sporting related gifts for men, including camo luggage, belts, knives, and art. www.SportingTraditionsGifts.com
Crockett, Texas Candy coated pecans, including chocolate, honey, plain, and many more. www.rattlesnakeranchpecans.com
Shirley’s Potpourri
STARLING Eyewear – NEW!
Raven + Lily – NEW!
Booth 703
Booth K6
Booth 700
Austin, Texas Raven+Lily is a fashion-forward, socially-conscious brand dedicated to empowering women through design. www.ravenandlily.com
Booth 617
Red Bird Design
Georgetown, Texas We blend Americana and Bohemian styles to create a look that is unique, affordable, and has a one of a kind vintage feel.
Booth 242, 244
RedRover Alley – NEW!
Austin, Texas Bringing everything European Over! Shop for the best gifts, antiques, home decor & specialty items in one great place. www.redroveralley.com
Booth 355, 357
RIFLE + RADFORD – NEW!
Austin, Texas RIFLE + RADFORD is a Brooklyn/Austin-based, Southwest-inspired design studio specializing in curious collections of handcrafted jewels. www.RIFLEANDRADFORD.COM
Booth 712
Sara Briggs – NEW!
Dallas, Texas High end designer jewelry: earrings, necklaces, bracelets All items are designed by Sarah and made in our Dallas studio by hand. www.sarahbriggs.com
Booth 123
Sarah Oliver Handbags
Sausalito, California Designer handbags, hand knit by a team of seniors and then felted and finished. Each adorned with the brooch of your choice. www.saraholiverhandbags.com
Booth 106
Scrap-Work Boutique
Earling, Indiana Scrap-Work Boutique is a fun women’s clothing boutique!! Step into our boutique and find your feminine spirit !! “ Celebrate YOU “ www.scrap-work.com
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Canton, Texas Handmade, organic potpourri, refresher oils, garland and wreaths made from dehydrated fruits and vegetables. www.shirleyspotpourri.com
Skinny Limits – NEW!
Austin, Texas Raw cold pressed juices, gift cards, healthy holiday platters for your catering needs this festive season. www.skinnylimits.com
Booth 738
Smathers and Branson
Austin, Texas STARLING offers custom-made, fashionable, and high quality readers, sun readers and sunglasses at an affordable price ($65 to $85). www.starlingeyewear.com
Sticky Bizness
San Antonio, Texas Unique and trendy gifts personalized for any occasion. www.stickybizness.com
Booth 541, 543
Studio Rubiano – NEW!
Bethesda, Maryland 100% hand stitched needlepoint belts and accessories. www.smathersandbranson.com
Austin, Texas Artful merchandise based on the whimsical artwork of Stephanie Rubiano. www.stephanierubiano.com
Smith Map Studio
Sunshine Imports – NEW!
Booth 221
Leander, Texas Hand-drawn maps created by using pen & ink on acrylic paints by local artist Christopher Alan Smith. www.smithmapstudio.com
Booth 719
Booth 625
Dallas, Texas Pewter buckets and jars. www.sunshinewholesales.com
Booth 200, 202, 204
Susie’s South 40 Confections, Inc.
Houston, Texas Six all natural dessert toppings with quotes about mothering on each jar lid. Make great holiday gifts! www.somebodysmothers.com
Midland, Texas Frozen pecan toffee covered in Belgian chocolate, Texas Trash, Kickers Praline, Santa’s Chocolate Rocks, Peppermint Bark, and Key Lime Bark. www.susiessouthforty.com
Booth 758
Booth 561
Sookie Sookie – NEW!
Sweet & Saucy – NEW!
Somebody’s Mother’s Chocolate Sauce
Hutto, Texas Delightfully Different, handmade in Texas clay jewelry line Sookie Sookie! www.sookiesookieboutique.com
Booth 235
South Austin Gallery
Centennial, Colorado Sweet & Saucy makes fabulous all natural Caramel and Chocolate sauces in 22 flavors. Unique and unusual flavors...all delicious! www.sweetandsaucy.net
Booth 506
Austin, Texas Husband and wife team creating dye-sublimated ceramic coasters and tempered-glass cutting boards using their own iconic images. www.SouthAustinGallery.com
TeePees from Rattlesnake Crossing
Booth 613
Booth 707
Southern Apparel & Serendipity, LLC. - NEW!
Texas Hill Country Olive Company – NEW!
Booth 217, 219
Booth K4
Mantachie, Mississippi Southern SAS: Uniquely southern & collegiate apparel for girls and guys; Custom designs in linen & burlap home accessories. www.go-sas.com
Ormond Beach, Florida Handpainted childrens teepees made for indoor & outdoor play. Bow & arrow sets w/colorful safety arrows & feathered headdresses.
Dripping Springs, Texas Create a gift set with our award-winning extra virgin olive oils, fruit-infused balsamic vinegars, and handmade wooden gift boxes. www.texashillcountryoliveco.com
Texas Ranger Books & Merchandise
Marietta, Georgia We sell award winning signed #1 edition books written about Texas Rangers and the Texas frontier during the mid-late 1800’s. Authors are present in booth to personalize the book for gifts! www.texasrangerbooks.info
Booth 159
Teysha – NEW!
Austin, Texas Artisan shoes, custom-fit boots and accessories for men & women. Designed by you, handmade with love in Guatemala. www.teysha.is
Booth 152
The Bell Collection
Round Rock, Texas Unique handcrafted sterling silver bell pendants and charms. www.collectbells.com
Booth 132
The Canvas Boutique - NEW!
Lantana, Texas The Canvas Boutique specializes in Custom Personalized Canvas and Paper Prints. Remember, every canvas tells a story...what’s yours? www.thecanvasboutique.com
Booth 523
The Crooked Antler
Bee Cave, Texas The Crooked Antler is a boutique of fun funky and fabulous clothes, accessories, gifts, and home decor. www.facebook.com/thecrookedantler
Booth 334, 336
The Dowry – NEW!
Austin, Texas A destination for modern, timeless, and personalized fine jewelry. www.dowryc.com
Booth 338
The Guayabera Shirt Store & Linen Dreams
Austin, Texas The Guayabera Shirt Store: Guayabera shirts for men and boys. LinenDreams: Linen Robes, Nighties, PJ sets for women. http://www.theguayaberashirtstore.com
Booth 760
The Limoges Lady
Houston, Texas The Limoges Lady specializes in authentic, handpainted, porcelain Limoges boxes from France. www.thelimogeslady.com
Booth 706
The Pajama Princess
Westlake Hills, Texas Boys/Girls PJs & Robes thru Adult Sizes! MotherDaughter PJ’s/Robes, Father-Son Boxers/Lounge Pants, Holiday PJ’s www.thepajamaprincess.com
Booth 311, 313
The Stocking Stuffer
Austin, Texas Unique and amazing stocking stuffers for every age. www.treisi.com
Booth 237, 239
The Treasured Accessory
Calabasas, California Beautiful, “Of the Moment Jewelry” from Los Angeles. www.thetreasuredaccessory.com
Booth 604, 606
The Write Designs
Carrollton, Texas Decorative cups, lids, koozies and more for all your party needs. Three Designing Women stamps too. www.thewritedesigns.com
Booth 653, 655, 657
Three Sisters Bows
Weatherford, Texas Ultimate one stop shop for quality hair bows and unique hair accessories of all kinds.
Booth 216
Tiaras Boutique – NEW!
Kyle, Texas Women’s Apparel, Philanthropic Accessories, Perfect Gifts! www.allthebestTiaras.com
Booth 554 Tiny Pies
Vintage Ware – NEW!
Austin, Texas Vintage Ware leather cuffs and accessories are inspired by historical treasures; every cuff is messenger with a story to tell. www.vintage-ware.com
Booth 125
Wee-Rascals – NEW!
Austin, Texas Adorable children’s clothes (t-shirts and pants) based on historical heroes such Isaac Newton, Abe Lincoln, and Johnny Appleseed. www.wee-rascals.com
Austin, Texas Made from old family recipes with the highest quality natural ingredients. Perfect gifts for everyone on your list. www.tinypies.com
Booth K3
Treisi
Booth 220, 222
Booth 744
Austin, Texas Handmade designer jewelry at affordable prices. www.treisi.com
Booth 501
Trends & Traditions
San Marcos, Texas Influenced by the Texas Hill Country lifestyle, our twist includes artful clothing, soulful jewelry and collectable folk art. www.trendsandtraditionsboutique.com
Booth 619, 621, 623 trulyYOURS – NEW!
Severna Park, Maryland On-trend, Monogram initials, Vibrant colors of fashion jewelry, wraps, scarves, and more. www.trulyyoursonline.com
Booth 527, 529
Twisted Simplicity
Frisco, Texas Affordable, Unique, Fresh Fashion for women. http://twistedsimplicity.com
What’s Cookin’
Hot Springs, Arkansas Gourmet soups, breads, chicken salads, skillet dinners, pasta, dips, and desserts prepared in 30 minutes or less. www.whatscookineasymeals.com
Wildgoose Manufacturing and Mail Order
Ingram, Texas Quality luggage, leather goods Texas made by Wildgoose. Unique gifts: antler, fossil, cowhides, lamps, boxes, handmade knives & decor. www.wildgoosetexas.com
Booth 417, 419, 421 Wimberly
Austin, Texas Fab fashion accessories! Enameled, gemstone, acrylic & personalized jewelry - monograms, handbags, belts & more! www.wimberlyinc.com
Booth 437 / 439
Zinger Hardware
Austin, Texas Fun and zany stocking stuffers for guys, gals, kids and more! www.zingerhardware.com
Booth 510, 512
Booth 255, 257
Two Elves with a Twist
Frisco, Texas Two Elves wtih a Twist is a holiday home decor and fashion boutique specializing in fabulous fun fashion for you and your home! Facebook/Instagram: BacioFashions
Booth 754, 756
Two Girls Toffery
Addison, Texas Artisan handcrafted gourmet toffee prepared using Swiss and Belgium chocolates and the highest quality of nuts. www.twogirlstoffery.com
Booth 628
Ultra Bella, LLC
Lake Placid, New York Handcrafted personal & home accessories of Ultrasuede® & Swarovski® crystals, featuring Bella Bands™ personalized children’s bracelets. www.ultrabella.com
Booth 652
Under Wraps
Dallas, Texas Providing designer giftwrap, gable style gift boxes, ribbon, tulle, & raffia, at wholesale prices, to discerning shoppers for 38 years. www.UnderWrapGiftWrap.com
Booth 517, 519, 521
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Van Roehling Sauces & Rubs
Hempstead, Texas Glazes, grilling sauces, peppers, salsa, dry rubs, & seasonings-individual & gift sets for all who love food. www.vansauce.com
Booth 128
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