The Houston Margarita Society got through Rita. Partying with a purpose is still our plan. Join us this Saturday night! HOUSTON MARGARITA SOCIETY 26TH ANNUAL CHARITY BALL Major Event is Largest Toys for Tots Contributor The Houston Margarita Society puts the bad 'Rita behind them and is moving forward with plans for one of Houston's largest charity efforts. 2,000 Houston-area professionals will party with a purpose during the upcoming 26th Annual Margarita Society Charity Ball, Saturday, October
1, 2005 at the Hornberger Center, 2151 West Holcombe Boulevard in Houston's Medical Center. Evolved as one of Houston's most sought-after private parties, the black tie affair marks the beginning of the gala season for many local professionals. The event is by invitation only and admission is a new, high quality, unwrapped toy or a cash donation. Proceeds from this year's soiree will again be donated to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and to Horseshoes from the Heart. Bruce Lowther, Houston Margarita Society President, said "The Houston Margarita Society has been the single largest contributor of toys to the Marine Toys for Tots in past years, and due to the recent hurricane, the need is greater than ever. We are confident that our organization's old and new friends will attend in record numbers to help lift the spirits of disadvantaged children in the Houston area at Christmas." Guests at the Ball can dance the night away to one of Houston's premier bands, Fried Ice Cream, and enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Cantina Laredo, D'Wine Restaurant and The Hideaway. A silent auction will feature exciting one-of-a kind items provided by The Legends Group, artist Allan Rodewald, Royal Oaks Jewelry and Sissel and Sons, among others. State-of-the-art Margaritas will be poured along with other popular cocktails. The Houston Margarita Society, Inc., (d.b.a. Children Charities Assistance of Houston, Inc.), a non-profit 501 The goals of the organization are to provide disadvantaged Houston-area children with gifts at Christmas and to become the most effective contributor to children's causes in the Houston area. The Margarita Society Charity Ball has grown since its inception and today is one of the largest events of its kind in the southwest. Donations are tax deductible and participating businesses enjoy special recognition for their support. To obtain an invitation or discuss sponsorship, contact Susan Groves, the organization's marketing chair.
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