Capitalines Magazine, Fall 2013

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CAPITALINES A PUBLICATION BY The Junior League OF AUSTIN

INSIDE Give a Little, Get a Little An Affair to Remember The Arc of the Arts Medicine From Moms Community Programs and Partnerships A Christmas Affair Program Merchant Map and Directory

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Moving on Up

An Affair to Remember

Arc of the Arts

Medicine From Moms

“It was through the JLA and the opportunities that it afforded me that I was able to develop my passion of helping others into a career.”

“It was beautifully decorated... there were berries and garlands and sparkle.”

“The beautiful artwork created is just one of the many side effects of the program.”

- Nancy Wade, page 17

- Grace Alrutz, page 19

“Few people realize the huge impact we have...when we support the families who provide and who need breast milk.”

- Marilyn Willson, page 16

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- Amanda Adams, page 20

From the Editor | Laura Lee Daigle From the President | Kelly Breeden Give a Little, Get a Little | Missy Sharpe Moving on Up | Beth Ivers An Affair to Remember | Beth Ivers Volunteering Out Loud | Missy Sharpe The Arc of The Arts | Lisa Kenyon Medicine From Moms | Missy Sharpe Getting Technical | Lisa Kenyon Women Building Better Communities JLA Programs and Project Partnerships Leaving Our Footprint on the Community for Over Eight Decades

A Christmas Affair 2013 Program Guide

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Welcome to A Christmas Affair 2013

A Christmas Affair Chair Holly Mace Massingill

Event Information: Parties and Children’s Events, Raffles and Portraiture Packages The Junior League of Austin’s Donors From the Sustaining President Cookie G. Ruiz, C.F.R.E.

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From the editor Every fall, The Junior League of Austin (JLA) general membership meeting catches me by surprise. I walk in fretting about deadlines, errands, and parking woes and walk out focused on the amazing things happening and how I can contribute and be a part of them.

It’s hardly news that JLA is critical in our community – many of Austin’s greatest resources are made possible through JLA time, service, and funds. What is less readily apparent and truly unique about the organization is its dedication to developing its members. Teachers plan fundraising activities. Attorneys volunteer with animal shelters. Stay-at-home moms run huge committees.

Opportunities, trainings, and experiences are all centered around empowering women to make an impact.

And what an impact is made! Turn to page 19 to see how The Arc of the Arts program offers people with intellectual disabilities not only the opportunity to create artwork, but also the experience of learning to display, market, and sell their work. On page 20, Missy Sharpe’s poignant article on the Mothers’ Milk Bank recounts one League member’s story as a new mom, a donor, and then a volunteer.

Read Sustaining member Nancy Wade’s entertaining recollection of the first ever A Christmas Affair on page 17. Then, flip to the tabbed ACA section to see how the event has grown and evolved over the past 38 years. Holly Mace Massingill and her team have truly created a Winter Wonderland this year – the perfect opening to the holiday season. Every gift purchased, every photo with Santa taken and every lucky auction item purchased sends funds back into our town and our community. So join in the fun, shop to your heart’s content and celebrate all we are able to do as we enter the holiday season.

A huge thanks to the Capitalines committee -- they are as good natured as they are hard working -- and to every League member for giving us such an abundance of inspiring material to work with.

Capitalines Editor Laura Lee Daigle with her husband Clay, their sons Henry and John Clayton and their beagle Maggie Photographer: Susan K. Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

I know that for every JLA member there is also a support team at home – husbands watching the kids, kids eating ready-made dinners, and puppies missing their nightly walks. We owe them all a huge thanks for having our backs and for supporting The Junior League of Austin.

Happy Holidays to you and to those you love!

Laura Lee Daigle Capitalines Editor, 2013-2014 The Junior League of Austin

2013-2014 Capitalines COMMITTEE

Editor Laura Lee Daigle

Editor-Elect Doise Miers Head Writer/Literary Editor Missy Sharpe

Contributing Writers Beth Ivers Lisa Kenyon

Advertising Program Chair Kristin Johnson

Advertising Assistants Kaela Lewis Leslie Palmer Sarabeth Peterson

Lead Designer/Art Director Andrea Jacobs

Layout Designers Beth Harwood Allison Kotal

Photography Debra Gulbas

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from the PRESIDENT When you think of Christmas, what is your warmest memory?

While that gentle thought settles in your mind, I want to welcome you to The Junior League of Austin’s 2013 A Christmas Affair Winter Wonderland.

As you stroll the aisles of dazzling and unique items at this year’s A Christmas Affair, remembering the very special people in your life, seeking that just-right gift that says, “I appreciate and and love you,” we want you to know that your thoughtfulness and generosity go beyond your own wonderful family and friends. You are gifting the community you love, as well. In fact, one of our A Christmas Affair themes this year is “Shop because you care!”

Proceeds from booth sales, sponsorships, and tickets for A Christmas Affair help The Junior League of Austin continue 80 years of community leadership, support, and service. Through your thoughtful participation, we can: •

olunteer, manage, and fund The Junior League of Austin, V FIT - Food in Tummies program to ensure that children will not go hungry over the weekends by providing over 50,000 backpacks of food annually;

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olunteer, manage, and fund The Junior League of Austin V Coats for Kids program to ensure that more than 30,000 children can stay warm;

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Provide more than 100,000 hours of volunteer support and more than $750,000 in funding to nearly 30 community organizations serving the needs of our community’s valuable citizens;

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rovide more than 2,400 members of The Junior League of P Austin with the opportunity to learn about the issues our community faces and how we can make a difference; and

JLA president Kelly Breeden with her husband John and her daughters Madeleine (left), Julia (middle) and Isabella (right) Photographer: Susan K. Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

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rovide a well-trained and committed force of women to step P into leadership roles in the corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors of our community.

On behalf of The Junior League of Austin, I want to sincerely thank you for attending the 38th annual A Christmas Affair, and to invite you to help us spread the story of how The Junior League of Austin has been planting the seeds of impact through 80 years of community service.

May the holidays embrace you and your family with love, health, and prosperity.

Kelly Breeden President, 2013-2014 The Junior League of Austin

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Give a Little, Get a Little

How JLA programs are impacting our community...and our members |

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Kids celebrate their new coats at the 2012 Coats for Kids event.

FIT volunteers at the Kick-Off Pep Rally on Friday, September 6th at Baty Elementary.

Coats for Kids

FIT

What does Coats for Kids do for the community?

What does FIT-Food in Tummies do for the community?

“By providing over 30,000 coats to children in Central Texas, Coats for Kids ensures that children are able to go to school and play outside over the cold months. By taking that expense off the parents, they no longer have to decide between feeding their family or getting a coat.”

“Coats for Kids has been one of my most fulfilling placements in the JLA. Working with 25 women to put on such a fabulous event has allowed me to make deep friendships while serving the community.

Distribution Day is one of my favorite days of the year because we actually get to see all of the smiling faces with their new coats.“

“The Food in Tummies (FIT) program provides for such a basic human need.

The more I’ve learned about hunger, and childhood hunger in particular, the more convinced I am that solving this one problem would solve so many others. I learned that prison systems forecast future housing needs based on current 3rd grade reading levels. There is a direct link between 3rd grade reading levels and future criminal activity. Well, there is also a relationship between childhood hunger and the ability to learn. Brain development is the last place nutrition goes. So the FIT backpacks don’t just stave off immediate hunger pangs; they contribute to the child’s development and their potential for success later in life.

Amazing stuff!”

- Becky Johnson, JLA Active member,

What does FIT do for you?

What does Coats for Kids do for you?

Coats for Kids Chair

“The opportunity to work with so many amazing women, who I would not normally have a chance to know outside the League, has been inspiring. But that is true for any in-league placement! FIT in particular, has encouraged me to learn so much about the issues surrounding hunger and food insecurity. It has really expanded my perspective on a lot of things. I am so passionate now about a topic I knew nothing about three years ago. And of course FIT is full of ‘warm fuzzies.’ It is a very personally rewarding program. I love getting to see the kids!”

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Playhouse Singers practice at headquarters before they go out in the community.

Playhouse Singers What does Playhouse Singers do for the community?

“Our group makes the rounds at many of the nursing care facilities, assisted living communities, Alzheimers care units, and hospice facilities around Austin, and performs older music that feels familiar and generally appeals to the residents.

We like to think we’re brightening up the day of our audience! Frequently, we have audience members singing along with us and sometimes even get up and dance. It’s really a pleasure to see how enthusiastically people respond to music.”

What does Playhouse Singers do for you?

“This is my second year with the Playhouse Singers, and it gives me the opportunity to indulge both my love of performance and my drive to make a tangible difference in our wonderful community. The Playhouse Singers is a really unique placement, though. The vast majority of our group is Sustaining members of The Junior League of Austin. My favorite thing about this placement is that I’ve gotten a chance to get to know many of these Sustainers. I think it’s pretty special to rub elbows with some of the women who have made our League what it is today.”

- Anna Hullum, JLA Active member, Playhouse Singers Chair

Faces in the league

An Interview with Cat Mattingly, FIT Chair

By S tac y M at h er

Kirsten Moody, Jessica Watts, and Jenny Baldwin participate in the Spanish Immersion program each Monday evening.

Spanish Immersion What does Spanish Immersion do for the community?

“Spanish Immersion brings women into the community who are committed to providing services that our community needs. Not only must they train in language skills, they must also learn to provide the specific services of their community agency. Completing this placement requires dedication, and I applaud all of the women involved.”

What does Spanish Immersion do for you?

“Spanish Immersion is a project that exemplifies what The Junior League of Austin does best: providing training for women to serve their community. Spanish Immersion is a unique placement that gives women the language skills needed to better serve in our community agencies.”

- Katie Turner, JLA Active member, Spanish Immersion Chair

Stefanie Boyle volunteers with the Sustainable Food Center at the Triangle.

Sustainable Food Center What does Sustainable Food Center do for the community?

“The Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a wonderful resource for our community.

From cooking and nutrition classes to increased access to locally grown food, the SFC is helping our community better understand the benefits of locally-grown food.”

What does Sustainable Food Center do for you?

“I enjoy cooking and am always interested in learning more about locally-grown food.

Working with SFC has helped me to better understand and connect with local farmers and their food. Volunteering at the SFC Farmer’s Market has been very exciting, because it’s such a vibrant community. It’s filled with regular shoppers who know the farmers by first name and people who are just learning about the market.”

- Stefanie Bertram, JLA Active member, Sustainable Food Center Chair

Cat Mattingly, FIT Chair

What are your goals as Food in Tummies (FIT) Chair for the program this year?

I’m inheriting a very well-run program.

There are a few minor tweaks I’d like to make, but my main goals are to make FIT a meaningful experience for the Provisionals and to expand the education components both with the students we serve and among League members. The more I learn about the issue of food insecurity, the more passionate I become about the topic.

What has been your most meaningful experience with FIT thus far?

Seeing the kids at the pep rallies and special events. I wish it could all be that warm and fuzzy. Also, the leadership at the schools is really inspiring. The principals and teachers are so dedicated, talented, and engaged with their students. I love seeing them in action.

What is one “fun fact” that you would like to share about yourself?

I LOVE rodeos, especially bull riding.

What likes/dislikes would you like to share about yourself?

Things I like: the scenic route, strawberries, honeybees, dusk, and the sound of a screen door slamming.

Things I do not like: traffic, feeling rushed, and chalkboards.

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Moving On Up

The Junior League of Austin volunteers share their talents, and pick up a few new ones along the way | By B et h I vers The Junior League of Austin (JLA) is an organization filled with dedicated women who are committed to making their community a better place. In 2013 alone, the organization will invest more than $780,000 and 100,000 volunteer hours back into the Austin community. Yet, as the many women who have devoted their time and energy to The Junior League of Austin over the last 80 years know, women typically gain as much, if not more, than they give through their membership experience.

“In 30 years as a member of The Junior League of Austin, and through a variety of leadership roles, from Project Chair to President, I can truly say that I earned my MBA from the JLA,” Sustaining member Libby Malone said.

What many people outside of The Junior League of Austin may not realize is that Ms. Malone’s experience is not unique. In fact, countless women have their own personal stories of how their experience serving in the JLA has developed them personally and professionally in much the same way as their careers.

“The JLA has been more than a volunteer opportunity for me,” Sustainer Rosemary Wynn said. ”It really is a business, with structure and organization unlike any other entity I have ever been involved with. We change jobs every year and learn different roles which is something you rarely get in a work environment.”

The roles Ms. Wynn assumed stretched her to perform tasks outside her personal comfort zone including forcing her to face one of her greatest fears - speaking publicly. “I felt great after speaking at leadership training and was so glad that I had been given the opportunity to face my fears,” Ms.Wynn said.

At work, I solve physical and spatial puzzles. In the League, I get to work with relationship and people puzzles.

- Camille Jobe, JLA Active member

Public speaking is just one example of a growth experience through The Junior League of Austin. Sitting on a non-profit board, liaising with vendors, chairing and leading committees of other members, fundraising and budgeting are just some of the duties members say they have been asked to perform through their Junior League placements.

“Members will grow both personally and professionally through the numerous placements that are offered,” Active Fallon Gaskamp said.

“With leadership roles that are as diverse as Vice President of Financial Development and Social Media Chair to serving as a Project Chair and managing the League volunteers for another non-profit organization, the opportunities for development are endless, and members are often asked to take on roles outside of their experience.

As Camille Jobe said, “Right now, I am serving as the Membership Development VP. That’s kind of like being in the HR department of a 2,400 person firm. It’s not something that I have ever done before or even thought I would do well.” However, just as many companies ask star performers to take on growth assignments, members of the League’s leadership team asked her to take on this position. Though she is trained and works professionally as an architect, she says she actually loves her role in The Junior League of Austin. “At work, I solve physical and spatial puzzles. In the League, I get to work with relationship and people puzzles.”

Frequently, the personal growth and development members receive through the League leads to new opportunities. For Marilyn Willson, “It was through JLA and the opportunities that it afforded me that I was able to develop my passion for helping others into a career which I love.” Ms. Willson transitioned from being a teacher into the Development Director for The Settlement Home for Children where she is responsible for all aspects of community fundraising, special events, communications, branding, and donor development for an agency with 85 full-time employees and an annual budget greater than $4.5 million.

Though not every member’s experience leads to a career change, the League typically gives a personal gift to each of the women who becomes a member. For Ms. Wynn, “It made me feel valued and gave me a sense of accomplishment that I don’t think I could have found anywhere else.”

2012 A Christmas Affair Chair Marilyn Willson (center) is also employed as the Development Director for The Settlement Home for Children. Pictured here with Katie King Ogden (left) and Meghan Smith (right).

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An Affair to Remember

Founding committee member Nancy Wade reflects on the history of A Christmas Affair | By

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This year marks the 38th anniversary of the premiere of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair. One of the sustaining advisors for this year’s event, Nancy Wade was part of the organizing committee for the original A Christmas Affair. She said, “A Christmas Affair has grown since that first year, but the elegance and creativity were present from the very beginning.”

According to Ms. Wade, the idea to organize A Christmas Affair came from a member who had been to a similar event in Washington, D.C. There were five women on the original committee, and Ann Carlson was the chair. These members began planning in late winter of 1976 in their living rooms and dining rooms. At the beginning of the summer, they sent out a letter to the Austin business community to solicit sponsors; the letters opened with “The Junior League of Austin wants to have an affair with you!”

The first merchant to turn in a contract was Charles Sykes, who owned children’s clothing store Bo Peep. Ultimately, there were 41 merchants, including 17 retailers from outside Austin. There was even a caviar dealer from New York City!

Nancy Wade, A Christmas Affair founding committee member

The event was held at the Driskill Hotel. “It was beautifully decorated” Ms. Wade said, “We borrowed doves from Mrs. Shivers (the governor’s wife) that were in cages on the posts upstairs, and at one point, one of the doves got out!” There were berries and garlands and sparkle. The ornament for sale was a needlepoint that members had made.

A Christmas Affair opened its doors on Tuesday night with a preview party and continued through Saturday. There were style shows, a tea, and a children’s choir performance. Tickets at the door cost $2. Approximately $35,000 was raised, which was more than the League had ever raised before.

And so A Christmas Affair began.

Ms. Wade has watched A Christmas Affair become a tradition in the Austin community over the years. Countless families share the event just as she does with her daughters.

“We’ve done this for years,” Ms. Wade said. ”My daughter-in-law comes in from The Woodlands to meet my daughter and me, and we go to the brunch with at least one friend, sometimes more. We have a process and are very organized about how we shop! It takes us the entire day!”

This year will be the third time that Ms. Wade has served as a sustaining advisor on the A Christmas Affair Committee. She loves the creativity of the event, “Each new committee comes in with new ideas and tries to make things extra special for the community.”

Ms. Wade has watched A Christmas Affair become a tradition in the Austin community over the years. Countless families share the event just as she and her daughters do.

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Above: The library at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. The Junior League of Austin volunteers work to transcribe books into audio books and Braille.

Left: Kandice Sanaie volunteers transcribing books for the Texas School of the Blind and Visually Impaired.

It’s my pleasure to not only practice my Spanish at the school, but to take pride in providing a service to these children who might not otherwise have access to the literature provided.

Volunteering Out Loud

-Lilly Cueto, JLA member

The Junior League of Austin volunteers work with nearly 600 students each year at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired B y miss y s h arpe It wasn’t long after Texas became a state that the legislature decided it was important to have a school for blind students. The Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI) opened its doors in 1856 and ever since has made its students feel welcome with educational opportunities that serve their unique needs. For 14 years, The Junior League of Austin (JLA) has also helped make a difference for those students.

During the school year, 160 students from all over the state come to Austin to learn at TSBVI. Through supplemental programs, they help around 450 more. Students range from age 6 to age 21 and learn, not only typical classroom material, but also how to function in community situations. They live on campus during the school week, but they head back home on the weekends so they are not away from family and friends too long. Buses take students back to Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio on Friday afternoons, and they return Sunday evenings. Students even fly back to El Paso each weekend.

“It’s important to not be away from home too much for the students to keep those relationships in their local community,”

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Gloria Bennett, Director of Community Resources for TSBVI, said. “Here they learn social skills so when they return home to their friends and families, they have more confidence.”

TSBVI prides itself on being the resource for everything that goes on for the blind and visually impaired across the state. The students have a huge range of abilities, from visual to cognitive. Some students have sight but not peripheral vision and others are unable to read small print. Other students, many of whom are preparing to be college bound, are overcoming cognitive challenges.

Each of the students at TSBVI benefit from The Junior League of Austin’s help. The 15 JLA volunteers empower students to use their imaginations and explore stories through reading. A lack of books is not a deterrent, as the volunteers record their voices reading library books and transcribe Braille books.

“When I was a Provisional I saw the whole explanation of what volunteers do here, and I really wanted to be involved,” JLA volunteer Dana Walters said. “I loved the idea of taking a book and translating it into Braille.”

Lilly Cueto is currently the Spanish Audio/ Recorder, and it’s her second year with the placement. Nearly one third of the population at TSBVI is Spanish speaking.

“Spanish speakers make up such a large portion of our population and that is reflected at TSBVI,” Ms. Cueto said. “It’s my pleasure to not only practice MY Spanish at the school, but to take pride in providing a service to these children, who might not otherwise have access to the literature provided.”

In April of 2013, TSBVI unveiled their beautiful new campus. While it remains in the same location, nearly all the buildings on the campus were rebuilt and updated over the last four years.

“The facility, truly remarkable amenities, and resources are second to none,” Ms. Cueto said. “To give some perspective, my tour included a couple working for our counterparts in California and they were awestruck by our school. We can all be grateful for the resources Texas provides for children throughout our communities with access to this campus and the committed folks that staff it.”

To learn more about how you can help, visit www.tsbvi.edu.

The ARC of the Arts

Changing lives and building community through creative expression | By L isa ken y on The Junior League of Austin (JLA) members gain rewarding experiences by addressing the needs of an often under-served part of the Austin community by volunteering at The Arc of the Arts (The Arc). The program was launched in 2008 by The Arc of the Capital Area, a non-profit organization committed to fostering the independence and social well being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of the Arts is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment for ages 14 and up to learn, create, and engage through art.

The Arc runs a design studio and gallery. Volunteers from the professional arts community provide classes in many mediums, from fine arts and music to movie making and animation. The student artists exhibit their current work at The Cool Art Gallery, which is open to the public.

JLA members volunteer their time and talents throughout the year in three areas: art classes, the gallery, and public relations.

Art Class Volunteers work with the artists in the classroom to provide encouragement and general assistance on projects.

Gallery Volunteers assist the artists to show and sell their work in the gallery and storefront. They also help set up outside shows such as the annual “Building Bridges” Art Celebration and Gala.

The fundraiser is held every fall, with proceeds benefiting The Arc of the Capital Area’s essential services. Public Relations Volunteers work to increase community awareness of The Arc’s events through various mediums. Gallery and PR Volunteers may also help in the classroom.

Nancy Nicolas, a third-year Active JLA member, is Project Chair for The Arc, as well as a PR Volunteer. Ms. Nicolas chose to volunteer in the art studio during her first shift “to feel more connected to the agency and understand their mission better.” Ms. Nicolas sees how empowering the program is for the artists. Along with

Top Left: A chandelier by Stephen R. Bottom Left: JLA Volunteers Nancy Nicolas and Jessica Corna Right: Arc artist Kelly R.

teaching creative arts, The Arc provides an environment to work on interpersonal and jobs skills. For example, each class begins with “check-in,” where the artists participate in a group discussion about what they did during the week. “I feel like it’s a very unique thing,” Ms. Nicolas said. “I’m already feeling like I’m helping people.”

Jessica Corna, in her fourth active JLA year, is an Art Class Volunteer.

Ms. Corna assists artists with laying out storybooks. In an upcoming lesson, they will complete the process by learning bookbinding.

Tasks change from week to week, enabling the artists to develop social, creative, and marketable skills, growing their self-esteem as a part of a community. Ms. Corna sees the benefit of the program for their families as well, knowing that they can challenge themselves in a safe environment. For Ms. Corna, The Arc is also having a personal impact.

“I think for me, it makes me take things for granted a little bit less and I’m hoping maybe it even makes me a little bit better artist, because the things they are making are far and away better than anything I could do,” Ms. Corna said.

The Junior League of Austin members are able to make a real and lasting impact at The Arc. According to The Arc of the Capital Area Development and Volunteer Coordinator Grace Alrutz, “the beautiful artwork created is just one of the many side effects of the program,” and the experiences gained “give our artists a sense of purpose and allow them to express themselves visually and verbally.” Ms. Alrutz shares that JLA involvement helps to increase community awareness and that volunteers’ efforts facilitating classes and mentoring artists help to change people’s lives.

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For every donor willing to donate 100 ounces, it means 300 meals for preterm babies.

Medicine From Moms

The Junior League of Austin helps local milk bank save the lives of preemie babies | By miss y S h arpe For any new baby, mother’s milk is a powerful prescription.

However, for preemie babies, it’s their miracle medicine. Thanks to Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin’s donations, those babies can get their life-saving dose. For every donor willing to donate 100 ounces, it means 300 meals for preterm babies.

The Junior League of Austin volunteers help with Mothers’ Milk Bank by doing everything from pasteurizing the milk to packing milk to picking up donated milk at mothers’ houses. Throughout the year, each volunteer spends 50 hours making a difference in the lives of new babies.

One Austin Junior League volunteer knows first hand what it means to donate. Katie Talkington went into labor with her twins in January 2012, four months before her due date. Her daughter, Emma Kate, was only able to survive for a short time after she was born. Her son, Trenton, was born four days later and Ms. Talkington quickly learned breast milk was essential in fighting for his life.

Thankfully she was able to produce milk on her own, unlike many new mothers who give birth to preemie babies. She first heard about Mothers’ Milk Bank at the hospital and knew about the shortage of donated milk.

“Public health is a responsibility we share,” Project Chair Amanda Adams said. “Few people realize the huge impact we have on our local community when we support the families who provide and who need breast milk. Donated breast milk literally saves lives.”

“When I got home, I realized I had an abundance of milk to not only give Trenton, but also to donate to Mothers’ Milk Bank,” Ms. Talkington said.

Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin was more than grateful, of course, for her steady donations that continued for months, even after Trenton came home from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

When it was time for her to pick a placement for this year, it was a no-brainer that helping out there would be a good fit for her.

“As a Milk Bank donor and mom of a NICU graduate, I have really enjoyed seeing the other side of the bank,” Ms. Talkington said. “We have a lot of friends who have used donor milk, so the processing of the milk is very interesting to me. I have enjoyed learning every step from picking up from donors all the way to dropping it off and shipping to the NICUs.” Mothers’ Milk Bank at Austin is always in need of milk donors.

The highest priority for milk donations is given to premature and ill hospitalized infants. The babies can get an intestinal disease without breast milk. Their mothers are not able to produce enough or any milk to help save their babies, so they get the help they need through donations.

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JLA Active and Milk Bank volunteer Katie Talkington and her son, Trenton, a NICU graduate.

To learn how you can donate or volunteer, visit www.milkbank.org.

Getting Technical

Connecting the critical components of the League Gone are the days of dot matrix printers and mass mailings.

Technology allows The Junior League of Austin (JLA) to better serve the community, and how we use it has evolved greatly over the past decade. Today, the JLA employs a fully-integrated enterprise system through Digital Cheetah, and an array of communications platforms. JLA members fill a number of dedicated roles behind the scenes in support of the technology.

The Technology and Social Media committees are the primary support for JLA’s technology and communication needs. According to Technology Chair Hadley Hempel, “We rely on technology to get the day-to-day work of the League done in the most efficient way possible.” Committee chairs provide direction and oversight and work closely with their teams to perform a variety of tasks throughout the year. From creating GroupShare accounts to updating web pages, they work together with the League to ensure all councils and committees can manage responsibilities.

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“An accessible online presence serves as an invaluable advertisement, reaching our incredibly diverse public audience,” Social Media Coordinator Jeni McArthur Lowry said.

Ms. McArthur Lowry points to recent Instagram posts of JLA volunteers sorting inventory at Austin Smiles and Dress for Success as examples of advertising. Proper communication is vital for the League to achieve its goals. As Social Media Coordinator, Sara Thurston wisely notes, “Staying connected is essential.”

The JLA of today must fulfill diverse and indispensable roles to meet the needs of its members and the community. The women who serve in these roles are an essential component of the League’s successful functioning day to day, and year after year, and will continue to incorporate new technologies to better realize the mission of The Junior League of Austin.

Technology Liaisons contribute an exceptional amount of support for League activities, providing direct services to their assigned councils and committees. They juggle numerous responsibilities including updating the JLA website, creating shifts in Digital Cheetah, and troubleshooting technical problems. Liaisons coordinate their efforts and communicate effectively to make any new work or system changes run seamlessly. Food in Tummies (FIT) Scheduler and Liaison Bec Powell manages the schedule and technology needs for 335 Provisional and Active members. “There are so many moving parts. The more organized it is, the easier it is for the League and everyone who is a part of FIT,” Ms. Powell said.

Technology Liaisons also fill specific roles for special projects and events. Technology’s Assistant to the Chair Courtney Van Biene is developing a new landing page for the JLA website in celebration of the League’s 80th anniversary, and dedicated Project Managers drive the technology for JLA’s signature fall events, A Christmas Affair (ACA) and Coats for Kids (CFK). They are responsible for all facets of technology for the events.

“From the start of the merchant application process to managing real-time event logistics, the technology must function successfully because ACA is the League’s largest fundraiser,” ACA Project Manager, Carissa Kell said. “Similarly, CFK requires accurate tracking of all program information to properly service the need for warm winter coats for children and teenagers in Central Texas. CFK Project Manager Abby Raines furthers Ms. Kell’s notion with a reminder that as the community and JLA become larger, “It is imperative that technology roles exist to make things function.”

Several of these important roles in technology inform and engage JLA membership, community partners, and the public.

Communication tools such as the web, email, and various social media are all utilized for this purpose. Social Media Chair Cynthia Mattiza ensures the League’s communication is outward facing to not only communicate with the League but with the community as well. Ms. Mattiza’s goal is to promote events and milestones, and to encourage members to engage socially online. Social Media Coordinators communicate League information on a weekly, daily, and sometimes up-to-the-minute basis.

Technology Process Administrator and Trainer Lisa Allen at work

We’re Getting Pretty Social Around Here!

Facebook facebook.com/JLAustin.org Twitter twitter.com/jlaustinorg Pinterest pinterest.com/jlaustinorg Instagram instagram.com/thejuniorleagueofaustin YouTube youtube.com/user/JuniorLeagueofAustin

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512.451.9292

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Women Building Better Communities The Junior League of Austin Programs and Community Project Partnerships 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 1,000 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

Volunteers

Funds

Animal Trustees of Austin

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$15,000.00

Austin Children’s Museum

24

$15,000.00

Austin Children’s Shelter

27

$14,500.00

Austin Humane Society

16

$12,500.00

Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary

16

$8,400.00

BookSpring

15

$10,000.00

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area

18

$10,000.00

Breakthrough Austin

16

$14,200.00

CASA of Travis County

9

$15,886.00

Center for Child Protection

24

$15,000.00

Children’s Diabetes Camp of Central Texas (Camp Bluebonnet)

27

$15,000.00

Colorado River Alliance

12

$0.00

Con Mi MADRE

22

$15,800.00

Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas

15

$950.00

Dress for Success Austin

18

$15,500.00

Faith in Action Caregivers - South Austin

16

$7,700.00

Faith in Action Caregivers - West Austin

16

$12,000.00

Front Steps

12

$12,975.00

Meals on Wheels and More

8

$12,989.00

Mobile Loaves and Fishes

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$17,150.00

Mothers’ Milk Bank of Austin

16

$16,500.00

Partnerships for Children

14

$15,000.00

Sustainable Food Center

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$12,500.00

Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

18

$8,110.00

The Arc of the Capital Area

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$15,000.00

The Christi Center

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$2,985.00

The Settlement Home for Children

12

$7,000.00

ZACH Theatre

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$13,743.00

Aid for Better Classrooms (ABC) Grants

3

$12,000.00

Coats for Kids

22

$155,301.00

Con Mi MADRE Scholarships

13

$500.00

Programs of The Junior League of Austin

Done-in-a-Day

25

$9,500.00

FIT – Food in Tummies

318

$231,326.00

Playhouse Singers

20

$250.00

Spanish Immersion “Si”

12

$5,000.00

UT String Project

2

$2,000.00

Total 2013-2014 Community Volunteers and Contributions This Page Sponsored by tacodeli

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$747,265.00

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Junior League of Austin

“I have been inspired by the incredible initiatives, as well as the leadership 1930s Funded the salary for Austin’s first social worker and Executive Director of

Settlement Home.

1940s o

Founded Children’s Bureau of Austin to aid child welfare services. Cosponsored the Austin Cerebral Palsy Clinic, a model among treatment centers. Began 62-year partnership with The University of Texas String

Project.

Driving volunteerism in Austin and Central Texas “From supporting youth and families to providing emergency relief in times of great need - and everything between - The Junior League of Austin is driving volunteerism in Austin and Central Texas. The promise of growth for the League makes Texas’ future all the brighter.”

1950s Created the Juvenile Home Nursery School program for dependent and neglected children.

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- Kirk Watson, Texas State Senator, Former Mayor of Austin

impact the League has made on various community roles they continue to embrace 1960s

Co-sponsored an office to coordinate services for Austin’s senior citizens at the Adult Services Council.

1970s Junior League Thrift Shop relocated to historic building built in 1872. Created a formal Grants Committee and began holding seminars and training for the nonprofit community.

First cookbook "The Collection" was introduced to the public.

1980s

Founded League House at Seton Hospital to provide lodging for families of the patients in the NICU/ICU. Invested volunteer time and direct financial resources to establish the Ronald McDonald House. Supported the founding of Austin Children’s Museum through volunteer time and a major grant. Funded CASA of Travis County’s first Executive Director position for three years.

- Pete Winstead, Shareholder, Winstead PC

Prepared to lead

with strength & power “As I look around this vibrant community, I see the membership of the Junior League running and governing a good many of the organizations that I have worked for and volunteered with over the years. These women have been trained in a way that prepares them for some of our most challenging and impactful community initiatives, which they embrace with the full strength of this powerful organization.”

- Pat Hayes Former President of St. Edward’s University, Retired EVP and COO of Seton Healthcare Family

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Our community has thrived under their vision for a will surely become a go-to place for the nonprofit important campaign!” - Pete Winstead, Shareholder, Winstead PC

1990s Created the ABC (Aid for Better Classrooms) Grants Program to provide supplemental funding for classroom teachers. Initiated the Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program, now called Con Mi MADRE. Created Done-In-A-Day Program to address nonprofits’ short term volunteer needs. Contributed $250,000 to The People’s Community Clinic for building expansion and increased patient services. Assumed logistical and administrative duties for Coats for Kids. Committed a major gift for the founding of

SafePlace.

A long history of assistance and compassion “The Junior League is truly the heart and soul of our community, providing a pattern and history of assisting those who are most in need of our compassion.”

- Charles J. Barnett, FACHE, Chair, Seton Healthcare Family Board & President, Healthcare Operations and Chief Operating Officer, Ascension Health

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better Austin and their Community Impact Center community. My firm and I are proud supporters of this 2000s

Began partnership with Mother’s Milk Bank at Austin, to date providing over $250,000 in funding. Contributed $500,000 to the Dell Children’s Medical Center Capital Campaign. Responded to Hurricane Katrina with Emergency Grants. Committed $100,000 to the Long Center for the Performing Arts Capital Campaign. Launched FIT - Food in Tummies, a national model addressing hunger in school-aged children.

2010s

Purchased a 10-acre tract of land at 8501 Bluffstone Cove, the future site of The Junior League of Austin’s Community Impact Center. Responded to Bastrop fires with Emergency Grants.

A legacy of hard work & community spirit “The Coats for Kids annual community project holds a very special place in my heart. I can’t thank the League enough for the way they have fostered its growth over the past 15 years since they became involved. Austin is truly a better place because of the hard work and community spirit of these incredible women leaders.”

2012 - Paul Brown, President & CEO, Jack Brown Cleaners

Launched the Breaking Ground...Building on a Legacy Campaign to build the Community Impact Center.

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from the ACA chair

Holly Mace Massingill, 2013 A Christmas Affair Chair Photographer: Susan K. Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

On behalf of The Junior League of Austin, welcome to Winter Wonderland - where we highlight the elegance and beauty of winter and celebrate the wonder of the impact The Junior League of Austin is able to make in our community.

The holiday season is a wonderful time of year for the League, not only for the renewed commitment to our own families, but also because of the opportunity the season presents to us as an organization.

Proceeds from A Christmas Affair (ACA) directly benefit our Central Texas community, supporting more than 25 area non-profits with financial resources and trained volunteers each year.

As the Chair of this year’s A Christmas Affair, I would like to thank the fabulous women on the ACA Committee who have contributed thousands of hours to ensure our event’s success. It has truly been an honor to serve with such a talented and committed group of individuals. I continue to be amazed by the strength and character of our Junior League volunteer force.

I would also like to extend my appreciation to our generous sponsors for their financial contributions which enable our vision of a world-class holiday market to become a reality.

And a final thank you to the greater Austin community for your support of this uniquely Austin tradition. We look forward to celebrating our 38th A Christmas Affair with you at Winter Wonderland.

Thank you for helping us build a better a community. Shop because you care!

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2013 A Christmas Affair Committee Pictured: Amy Adkins, Tara Akins, Ashley Alviar, Lara Anton, Ashlee Arnold, Brittany Bailey, Ashley Baum, Jene’ Bearse, Keri Bellacosa Walling, Angela Bertero, Melissa Bluntzer, Bethany Bounds, Christy Bowen, Meaghann Bradley, Robin Burch, Paula Chaney, Erin Cook, Donna Cowling, Lyndsey Crawford, Courtney Dickey, Stephanie Edgar, Shelly Edwards, Elizabeth Fahey, Erin Foulis, Betsy Fredrickson, Taylor Fry, Genny Hardeman, Julie Hildebrand, Rachel Irvin, JoAnn Jenkins, Kristi Jones, Olivia Jones, JoAnn Jordan, Carissa Kell, Rebecca King, Trish Koester, KaLyn Laney, Leigh Anne Lauderdale, Lorena Legarreta, Tania Leskovar-Owens, Catherine Ludeman-Hall, Holly Mace Massingill, Diane Marlow, Mary Quin Matteson, Michele McCullough, Tina McCutchin, Elizabeth Miller, Pasha Moore, Edina Morrison, Keri Moss, Kinski Moss, Tiffany Norman,

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Cathy Northcutt, Katie Ogden, Leslie Pardue, Elissa Pate, Lauren Price, Jessica Ray, Melissa Read, Angela Rhem, Rachel Rogers, Kari Rouse, Sue Rubio, Kathryn Sampson, Natalie Sheridan, Shannon Simar, Paige Smith, Melissa Tait, Melissa Threlkeld, Sara Trantham, Heather Van Horn, Elizabeth Volk, Nancy Wade, Meredith Watson, Roxanne Wilson, and Ricara Zahner.

Photographer: Susan K. Hoermann, Evergreen Studios 2013 A Christmas Affair committee photograph taken on the grounds of the Four Seasons Hotel Austin. .

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Parties Visit www.jlaustin.org to purchase market day passes, raffle tickets and to reserve your spot at any of our fabulous special events.

Ticket prices include free shuttle rides to and from Barton Creek Square Mall.

Limited parking available at the Palmer Events Center for $7.

Preview Party The First Snow Wednesday, November 20th | 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. $150 per guest, reservation required A Christmas Affair opens with a black tie optional Preview Party where guests will enjoy private shopping, silent auction, delicious cuisine and open bar. Entertainment by Vintage 15 and catering by Pink Avocado.

Media Sponsors: Austin Monthly Magazine & Spirit 105.9

Brunch Market Days Aspen in Austin $15 per guest

Thursday, November 21st 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday, November 22nd 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 23rd 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 24th 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ticket includes a round-trip shuttle ride, sponsored by Capitol Chevrolet, from Barton Creek Square Mall to the Palmer Events Center.

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.

PLEASE NO PULL CARTS OR STROLLERS. They will not be allowed inside the Palmer Events Center.

Thursday, November 21st | 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. $60 per guest, reservation required The first full day of A Christmas Affair begins with a beautiful brunch that includes three hours of private shopping, fabulous buffet, and cash bar. Catering by Pink Avocado.

Sponsored by: Texas Fertility Center Thomas Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen Silverberg, M.D., Lisa Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. Media Sponsor: KGSR & BOB FM

Girls Night Out All That Glitters!

Thursday, November 21st | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $50 per guest, reservation required An experience the ladies will not want to miss. Enjoy shopping, a unique silent auction, Kendra Scott mystery packages, appetizer buffet, cash bar, and entertainment by the Spazmatics to dance the night away!

Media Sponsor: Austin Woman Magazine

Friday Night Event Ice Party Friday, November 22nd | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $75 per guest, reservation required

If you need assistance purchasing tickets, please call 512.467.8982x272 or email the tickets team at acareservations@jlaustin.org.

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A fabulous cocktail party where guests will enjoy a silent auction, appetizer buffet, complimentary cocktails and terrific tunes. This new event is not to be missed!

Sponsored by: Wells Fargo Media Sponsor: TRIBEZA

Children’s Events

MENU

Breakfast with Santa Let it Snow!

The Frosted Forest Cafe

Friday, November 22nd | 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. $25 per guest, tickets required for kids of all ages

12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bring your little ones for breakfast with Santa in our Winter Wonderland. Children will enjoy crafts, breakfast and even a chocolate milk bar while dancing the morning away to the fun, upbeat tunes of the Biscuit Brothers.

Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: 96.7 Kiss FM & Austin Lifestyle Magazine

Welcome to the North Pole Saturday, November 23rd | 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. $25 per guest, tickets required for kids of all ages Children are encouraged to wear their favorite PJs and join us on a trip to the North Pole to visit Santa. The Biscuit Brothers will entertain children and adults alike with their lively songs while guests enjoy crafts, breakfast, and a chocolate milk bar.

Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: 96.7 Kiss FM & Austin Family Magazine

Fun with Frosty Sunday, November 24th | 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m $25 per guest, tickets required for kids of all ages Kids are invited to decorate their very own gingerbread house with Frosty and Friends while listening to the amazing music of Austin children’s musician, Joe McDermott. Guests will delight in breakfast and a chocolate milk bar.

Sponsored by: Randalls Food Markets Media Sponsor: 96.7 Kiss FM This year, all Breakfast with Santa events will spotlight Coats for Kids, so please encourage your little ones to bring a gently-used coat to donate.

JWG Photography will once again provide amazing, professional photos of the children with Santa.

Sponsored by: U.S. Trust $16 plus tax Thursday, November 21st Creamy potato leek soup SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTRÉE Mediterranean-inspired gourmet wrap filled with marinated grilled chicken, homemade hummus, red peppers, and crunchy cucumbers perfectly paired with a traditional tabbouleh salad OR Mediterranean wrap filled with house-made hummus, red bell peppers and crunchy cucumbers perfectly paired with a traditional tabbouleh salad *(V) Dessert pairing - Strawberry parfait Freshly brewed iced tea and water

Friday, November 22nd 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Classic roasted tomato basil soup SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTRÉE Citrus salad - Fresh mixed greens, segmented citrus pieces, sweet red onions, and crispy tortilla laces tossed in a citrus vinaigrette and served with a fresh roll OR Salad served with grilled & chilled shrimp or grilled tofu*(V) Dessert pairing - Flight of mini cupcakes Freshly brewed iced tea and water

Saturday, November 23rd 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Fall salad - Fresh baby spinach, sweet red onion, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts tossed in a classic balsamic vinaigrette and topped with a sprinkling of fresh cotija cheese SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTRÉE Pan-seared airline breast of chicken served with mousseline potatoes, roasted asparagus spears finished with a delicious pan jus OR Goat cheese-stuffed eggplant served with a zesty tomato ragout and roasted asparagus spears*(V) Dessert pairing - Chocolate ganache tart Freshly brewed iced tea and water

Sunday, November 24th 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Photos with Santa Santa will be available for additional photo opportunities at the following times:

Friday, November 22nd | 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 23rd | 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 24th | 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Photography by JWG Photography, with great photo packages to choose from.

Media Sponsor: 96.7 Kiss FM

This Page Sponsored by Doise Miers

Sterling salad - Fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, & sweet red onions tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette dressing and topped with feta cheese and toasted pecans SERVED WITH CHOICE OF ENTRÉE Herb-grilled mahi mahi served over warm parsnip mash with fresh haricots verts and finished with a luscious lobster cream sauce OR Red bell pepper stuffed with a savory saffron rice and finished with a mustard cream sauce *(V) Dessert pairing - Lemon meringue tart Freshly brewed iced tea and water

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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

The Ultimate Raffle The Ultimate Date $1,000 jewelry shopping spree compliments of Russell Korman Fine Jewelry, luxury sedan service by Austin Ultimate Sedans, dinner for two with wine pairings at La Traviata, and an overnight stay in a Club King room at the Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin hotel.

The Ultimate Cooking Experience Become the master of the grill with a large Big Green Egg donated by Harway Appliances, prime steaks from Lee’s Meat Market, and other BBQ goodies.

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

The Ultimate Driving Experience, for Kids!

Custom built BMW kid’s car generously donated by BMW of Austin.

Gayla Zachry 2008 Noel de Paris

Stacy Dollar 2009 It’s a Wild Holiday

Cathy Northcutt 2010 Package includes a Robinson Camel Double Enchanted Zip Tote, Amanda Zip Wallet and Brigitte Cosmetic Bag - all generously donated by Trish Koester 2011 Neiman Marcus.

The Magic of Christmas

The Ultimate in Tory Burch Bags

Marilyn Orr Willson 2012 The Twelve Days of Christmas $20 for one ticket, three tickets for $50.

Tickets are available for purchase at the main tree during market day hours and at all parties. Winners will be announced Sunday, November 24th at 4:00 p.m. Need not be present to win.

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Portraiture Packages

Decorations

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to purchase certificates for amazing photography offered by well-known local photographers at a significant discount. For a full description of packages, please visit the A Christmas Affair page on jlaustin.org.

After Market Decoration Sale

Susan Hoermann/ Evergreen Studios

Kittleman Photography

Retail value of $890, offered at $150

Retail value of $590, offered at $150

Give yourself “The Art of Family.”

Evergreen Studios will design the perfect session for your lifestyle and home décor.

Also included in this collection is a $200 portrait credit, 50 Signature Holiday Cards featuring 2 of your favorite images and a designer portrait consultation.

Kittleman Photography is celebrating 20 years of creating portraits in Austin, specializing in High School Seniors and families. Package includes 1 hour session, one 11x14 master portrait, 16 wallets and 1 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.

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.

Photography gift certificates are available for purchase at www.jlaustin.org and at the Main Tree during A Christmas Affair; limited quantities available.

The wonder of the season 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 6th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 7th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 8th - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Junior League of Austin’s headquarters is located at: 5416 Parkcrest Suite 100 Austin, Texas 78731 Pre-orders for decorations can be placed at the Decorations Booth, which will be located in the Southeast corner of the Main Tree at A Christmas Affair.

2013 A Christmas Affair Ornament Custom designed by Kendra Scott Make a magical addition to your tree with an ornament that captures the spirit of giving back. Designed exclusively for The Junior League of Austin, this Kendra Scott ornament features a three-dimensional, rhodium silver heptagram star with handcut light blue stones. It sparkles from all angles; you’ll treasure it forever!

Available for purchase at www.jlaustin.org and at the main tree during A Christmas Affair; limited quantities available.

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!

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Thank You To Our Donors The Junior League of Austin thanks the following donors 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 also in partnership with non-profit 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.

• With $500, the League will support a Girl Scout troop, which serves girls and their

incarcerated mothers. Our volunteers will be Troop Assistants.

• With $80, our FIT - Food in Tummies volunteers will feed a hungry child

weekend meals for a 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!

Benefactor Sponsors Nelson Puett Foundation

The Nelson Puett Foundation is a proud sponsor of The Junior League of Austin and the FIT - Food in Tummies Program.

Randalls Food Markets

Randalls is proud to be a long-time supporter of The Junior League of Austin, working together to enrich the lives of those in our community. The Junior League programs and remarkable volunteers are a tribute to the strength of women and the power of community.

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market is proud to be working with The Junior League of Austin FIT - Food in Tummies program for the 2013-2014 year to help support schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. Through partnerships with innovative organizations, schools, and educators, our Whole Kids FoundationTM works to provide children with access to fresh, nutritious meals with the goal of ending the childhood-obesity epidemic. We believe Whole Foods Market’s partnership with the FIT program is a great opportunity to help fulfill this mission in our hometown.

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Thank You To Our Donors Title Sponsors 96.7 Kiss FM*

Kiss FM’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.

IBC Bank 2013 marks the fifth year IBC Bank is a proud sponsor of the League’s A Christmas Affair.

IBC Bank’s motto is “We Do More” and to us, that is more than just a tagline. Like The Junior League of Austin, IBC works relentlessly to give back to the local community through charity and volunteer efforts. Congratulations to The Junior League of Austin for a successful year, and we look forward to a bright 2014 together.

The Lola Wright Foundation The Lola Wright Foundation was established by Miss Johnnie Elizabeth Wright in 1954

to support children and youth, health and human services, education, and community development, and arts and culture within the Austin area. As a champion of non-profit support within the Central Texas community, the Lola Wright Foundation has helped the FIT - Food in Tummies program provide nourishment over the weekend to children at risk

Spirit 105.9* SPIRIT 105.9, The Spirit of Austin, provides encouragement and hope through uplifting music

and the message. We are an encouraging, family-friendly radio station aiming to be a beacon of light to the city of Austin. SPIRIT 105.9 is live and local, programmed with the families of Austin and central Texas in mind. As we come alongside you to celebrate the season, check out our Christmas music at SPIRIT 105.9, celebrating the reason for the season and lifting your spirit. www.spirit1059.com

Grand Sponsors

Austin Community Foundation Since 1977, the Austin Community Foundation has been the heart of philanthropic giving in

Central Texas, connecting donors with the causes they care about. The Austin Community Foundation is proud to serve as the bridge between the remarkable people who want to give and the equally remarkable people who use those gifts to better all of our lives. The FIT - Food in Tummies program has benefitted from the Foundation providing weekend backpacks of food to 1,500 children located in the “food desert” of Del Valle.

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, we 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; we are a full-service company that can also provide you with event planning, rentals, and management. *Indicates In-Kind Donor

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Lead Sponsors Austin Monthly Magazine*

Austin Monthly is thrilled to lend our support to The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair this year. The Junior Leage of Austin is not only an amazing organization, fully dedicated to the community, but the event is also a historic holiday celebration that Austinites look forward to attending every year. We’re happy to be part of the fun and look forward to making new memories.

Bank of America

As a global company serving clients through operations in more than 40 countries, Bank of America approaches investing 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 is proud to support the Coats for Kids and FIT - Food in Tummies programs of The Junior League of Austin.

Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation

The Charles H. Phipps 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 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.

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. The Next-To-New Shop is a consignment, resale, and antique store that serves as an outreach ministry of St. David’s. St. David’s Episcopal Church has a long history of helping people in need within the Austin community, and the tradition continued this year with an award to the Food in Tummies (FIT) program, where funds will be used to provide weekend nourishment for 32 weeks to 1,500 Pre-K through 5th grade students at two elementary schools in Del Valle ISD.

Strong Events*

Strong Events has had the privilege of working with The Junior League of Austin on A Christmas Affair for over twenty years. Our dedicated staff of event professionals enjoys collaborating with the decorations committee to create an imaginative and beautiful space for A Christmas Affair each year.

Texas Fertility Center

Thomas Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen Silverberg, M.D., Lisa Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. The Texas Fertility Center is once again honored to be a sponsor of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair. We are particularly pleased that our contribution will support Coats for Kids, an important project that distributes winter coats to many of the most needy children in Central Texas.

Wells Fargo

Benefiting the communities where we live and work has been at the heart of Wells Fargo’s culture since our company was founded, and that heritage continues today through our continued support of The Junior League of Austin. Programs like those of The Junior League of Austin greatly add to the quality of life in our communities, and this is why we are active supporters of this wonderful organization.

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Thank you to our donors Patron Sponsors

Contributors

3M AMD AW Media Inc.* Capitol Chevrolet Dick Euting & Associates, Inc./ S. Rothschild Children’s Outerwear* DuBose Family Foundation Electric Transmission Texas, LLC EZCORP Foundation Kendra Scott* KGSR & Bob FM* MAXIMUS, Inc. Maxwell, Locke & Ritter, LLP* Reagan Outdoor Advertising* Susan Hoermann - Evergreen Studios* Texas Stars Foundation Topfer Family Foundation TRIBEZA* U.S. Trust

Amanda Beck Foster Amber Carden Austin Kid’s Directory* Benita Trevino & Philip Brady Carolyn & Tom Curtis Cat Mattingly Photography* CenterPoint Energy, Inc. Chuck & Jennifer Ransom Rice Cindy & Greg Kozmetsky Cissie Ferguson Corner Bakery Café* Dealey & H. David Herndon Denise Breeden Dr. & Mrs. Earl Grant French Smith IV & Tara Akins Grande Communication P&C Investment Club Holly & Kevin Priestner Jacquelyn N. Noack Jill & Mike Klucher Josephine Vera KaLyn Laney Karen Kahan & MariBen Ramsey Kelly & John Breeden LCRA Employee’s United Charities Leigh Edgar Printing & Design Marilla B. King Marquee Event Group* Nancy & Jim Edsel Sara Thurston The Driskill Hotel* The UT String Project Faculty Ensemble* Tina & Brent McCutchin Westlake United Methodist Church YourCause, LLC

Tribute Sponsors Altria Corporate Services, Inc. Ann S. Butler Antler Mini Storage AQUILA Commercial AT&T – Texas Austin Family Magazine* Austin Lifestyle Magazine* Carey of Austin* Central Market CPL ECG Foundation Elizabeth & Bill Milburn Fayruz Benyousef Consulting Gavin & Holly Mace Massingill Google Greer Evans Photography* H-E-B Hunter Industries, Ltd. Jennifer L. Walden, M.D., PLLC Kittleman Photography* Leadership Austin* Longhorn Car Truck Rentals Mercedes-Benz of Austin MFI Foundation Michelob Ultra/Brown Distributing Co. Mr. Notebook, Inc.* Nancy & Brannin Prideaux PPD Prosperity Bank Six17 Creative* The Sherrill Family Foundation – Debbie Sherrill Courtney Univision Radio Vaught Law Firm, P.C. Vicki & Fred Wilkerson Volusion, Inc. Walmart Foundation WoodGen, LLC 40

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Supporters ABC Home & Commercial Service Admiral & Mrs. B.R. Inman Amy & David Dunham Ann & Trent Townsend Austex Moving* Beth & Bryan Plater Bitsy Henderson Bryan & Camille Jobe Carolyn Waddle Ford Cathy & Ed McHorse Dana Fisher Dr. Eugene Schoch & Dianne D. Schoch FunFlicks Outdoor Movies Give as You Get Gregory Noack Hill Country Wedding Ideas* Hillary Anderson

Jenefred & Ronald Davies & Family Jason & Leslie Pardue John & Lisa Tully June & Mark Chandler Katie & Andy Schonert Laura Wolf Libby & Bruce Malone Lisa Rodman Mr. & Mrs. Chris Kirksey Network for Good Paula & Dan Herd Sip! On the Square* Square Cow Moovers * Texas Disposal Systems* Torchy’s Tacos* Traci Vickers Tria Brindley West Austin News*

Friends Austin Coca-Cola, Southwest Texas Division* Barbara Leonard Smith Einstein Bros Bagels* Elizabeth Ateyeh Greg & Melissa Morrow Hat Creek Burger Co.* Haylee & Scout Flores Jene’ & Eric Bearse Julie Busch Johnson* Kendall & Parker Hall Leslie & Jonathan Moore Little Caesars* Make It Sweet* Margie Craig Cowden Mary Scherer Melissa Jackson Michelle Malooly Karp Natalie Kunkel Nicole and Ken Elliott Reddy Ice Incorporated* Renee Harvey & Steven Rodriguez* Sandra Ferguson: In honor of our grandchildren: Lauren, Lynsey, Drew, Ashley, Emma Kathryn, Abigayle &

Hannah Sandy & Augie Alcala, Jr. Stregare Cheesecake Company* Taco Cabana* Terri & Lemeul Williams The Austin Optimist Club The Donut Hole – Lakeway, Steiner Ranch, Oak Hill* The Moulckers Family *Indicates In-Kind Donor

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 Texas.

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.

Matching Gifts Thank you to our donors who initiated a matching gift with an affiliated company to accompany their gifts to The Junior League of Austin. Please remember, many employers and some foundations will match the charitable gifts of their employees, retirees, spouses of employees, or board members.

For more information about matching gifts, please contact your employer’s Human Resources office.

2013-2014 Matching Gift Companies AMD AT&T United Health Group Applied Materials Dell National Instruments United Way We have tried to ensure these important contributors are reported accurately. If you note an error, please notify us: The Junior League of Austin 5416 Parkcrest ,Suite 100 Austin, TX 78731 (512) 467-8982 info@jlaustin.org

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from The sustaining President On behalf of the more than 1,200 Sustaining Members of The Junior League of Austin, we are thrilled to be a part of this year’s A Christmas Affair, Winter Wonderland, and grateful to Austin for its many years of supporting our impact in the community.

As Sustaining members, we are proud of the many ways the League is growing and evolving to meet the changing needs of Austin and of our own members. We believe we are part of a very positive force in our city — from Coats for Kids, to FIT - Food in Tummies , to our many partnerships with community-based organizations such as the Austin Children’s Museum, CASA of Travis County, Con Mi MADRE, and Mobile Loaves and Fishes. The impact of the League’s work is broad: feeding and clothing people who are struggling to meet their basic needs, empowering women and children who are victims of violence, mentoring youth toward college, and enriching this city through arts and environmental education.

Your participation in A Christmas Affair enables the JLA to continue to make this powerful impact, and for that, imagine 1,200 women saying, “Thank you!”

Sustaining President Cookie G. Ruiz

Cookie G. Ruiz, C.F.R.E. Sustaining President, 2013-2014 The Junior League of Austin

the GIVING WREATH

The GIVING CIRCLE The Giving Circle is a special sponsorship of Past Presidents of The Junior League of Austin and Past Chairs of A Christmas Affair (ACA). That this group of women has spent countless hours in service to The Junior League of Austin and continues to support this organization financially is a tribute to the legacy of giving they demonstrate to our members each year.

Past Presidents Sandy Alcalá Chris Attal Margaret Cowden Carolyn Curtis Ann Dolce Susan Driver Amy Dunham Nancy Edsel Diane Grant Morgen Hardin Paula Herd Clare Hudspeth Melissa Jackson

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Past ACA ChAIRS Amanda Beck Beth Plater Betsy Kirksey Bitsy Henderson Cathy Northcutt Chris Attal Elizabeth Ateyeh Gayla Zachry Hillary Anderson Kelly Goulding Laura Mauro Libby Malone Lisa Rodman Marilyn Willson Melissa Jackson Nancy Buford Nancy Prideaux Sandy Alcalá Trish Koester

The Giving Wreath is a special Coats for Kids (CFK) sponsorship by Past Chairs of Coats for Kids of The Junior League of Austin. That this group of women spent countless hours in service to The Junior League of Austin and continues to support this organization financially is a tribute to the legacy of giving they demonstrate to our members each year.

Past CFK ChAIRS Amber Brabham Kelly Breeden Tria Brindley Dawn Breyfogel Amy Dunham Morgen Hardin Becky Johnson Katie Schonert

Thank You To Our Auction Donors Thank you to the following retailers for their generous donation to our auctions

Platinum Donors

Friends

Austin Diamond District Barton Creek Country Club Doug's LRTI through Shooter Performance Institute EZCORP Foundation Pecan Springs Ranch Event Venue

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Alex Smallwood Alexis Luttrell Alite Laser Austin Java Austin Land & Cattle Austin Onsite Acupuncture Austin Ultimate Sedans Avant Salons & Spa Belle Mariee Bits of Courage Blackmon Mooring of Austin Blanton Museum of Art Blast Blow dry Bar BMW of Austin Bootstrap Bakery Botticelli’s South Congress Brandi Wilson Café Josie Central Market Champions Westlake Chaparral Ice Center Cinco - The Five Star Vodka Clark's Oyster Bar Congress Consider It Dunn Now Personal Assistant Services Cru - A Wine Bar Dalia Exquisitely Feminine Jewelry David Kurio Designs, Inc. Deep Eddy Vodka DIPTYQUE, Nordstrom – Barton Creek Elements Laser Spa Elizabeth Street Cafe Exquisite Day Spa Delivered Face & Body by Dane’ at Elite Salon Suites Four Seasons Hotel Green Mountain Coffee Hall Plastic Surgery & Rejuvenation Center Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa Heather Toolin Interior Design Helen Milner Hot Dog Marketing, LLC Houston Puryear Make Up Artist Hutson Clothing Co Hyperwear Innu Hair Salon Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Jeffrey's Josephine House Katherine Farady, M.D., General & Cosmetic Dermatology Kathie Tam Photography Kathryn Sampson La Boom Fitness La Condesa La Traviata Lakeway Resort and Spa Lambert's Downtown Barbeque Lammes Candies Since 1885, Inc Lauren Sanders Lee’s Meat Market Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club

Gold Donors DEN STR - Austin Luxury Short-Term Home Rentals Joe Koen & Son Jewelers Life is Life Training (LILT) Lone Star Legacies Russell Korman Fine Jewelry, Diamonds & Watches Steve Armstrong Photography Vicki and Fred Wilkerson

Silver Donors Austin Dental Arts AT&T-Texas Beleza Medical Spa Betty Blue Boudoir Carriage House Partners Four Seasons Hotel, Austin Harway Appliances iGnite Your Life Las Verandas Hotel and Villas Neiman Marcus Austin Piazza Center for Plastic Surgery and Advanced Skincare Retama Park Sine Die Smokers BBQ Team SPASOCIAL Stratus Properties Inc.

Bronze Donors Austin Dental Spa Benji’s Cantina & Brew Exchange Betty Lash Bolivar's Cigar Lounge Brass Ovaries Carr and Smith Dental, PLLC Cimarron Hills Golf & Country Club Creative Images by Keri Dancers Shape Down Dog Fitness Drew and Brittany Brees Eric Hollander, DDS Horseshoe Bay Resort J. Bell Photography Jason and Leslie Pardue Katie & Chris Ogden Kittleman Photography Kung Fu Saloon L&F Distributors MWW Designs PuraVida Spa Southwest Airlines Texas Rowing Center The University of Texas Golf Club Westlake Hills Vision Center William Yarnell XPEL

Lush Life Main Event Entertainment Makeup By Marie-Lynn Massage Envy Maudie’s Tex-Mex McLane Family Dental Mecca Gym & Spa Michael Yates Design Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes Opal Divine's Austin Grill P.F. Chang’s P. Terry's Burger Stand Parkside Restaurant Peace.Love.Nails Pelons Tex Mex Perlas Seafood & Oyster Bar ProTect Painters of Central Austin Pure.Love.Style Floral Design Renaissance Hotel Resolute Fitness: Cycling and Yoga RIDE Indoor Cycling River Place Country Club Royal Fig Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q Sack Lunch Safe Baby Swim - ISR Swim Lessons Sammy Rich Sanctuary Simon Lee Bakery Tacos and Tequila Tequila 512 Texas Honey Ham Texas Rangers Baseball Club The Cutting Room The Dance Gallery The Driskill Hotel The Flower Studio The Grove Wine Bar The Grove Wine Bar - Lakeway The Junior League of Austin Cookbook The Lash Boutique the PAK store The Paramount Theatre The Salt Lick The Steam Team The What’s for Dinner Studio Kitchen The Woodhouse Day Spa Third Base Tiffany Williams - Studio Elite Tiff's Treats Tito's Handmade Vodka Top Golf Travel Abundance Tres Amigos Uchi Uncle Billy’s Brew & Que Violet Crown Theater Wash 'N Roll Car Wash Waterloo Ice House Winflo Osteria Wine Sensation Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming XPEL Technologies Corp ZACH Theatre ZCLIP Money Clip *Donors confirmed as of 10/4/2013 CAPITALINES FALL 2013

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The Junior League OF AUSTIN PAST PRESIDENTS Gladys Greenlee Bowman+ Ruth McCelvey Bremond+ Mamie Ray Earnest+

Julian Devereux Weeks+

Margaret Ann Caldwell Scarbrough+ Ina Williams Walker+ Hilda Rudd McElhenney+

Frances Coopwood Morgan+

Mary Tucker Muse+ Julia Matthews Perry Robinson+ Virginia Nalle Page+

Elizabeth Schneider Rogers+ Mary Helen George Ammann+ L. Ellen Steck Ross Carter+ Eleanor Niggli Tyler+ Frankie Gist Peterson+ Eleanor Stayton Gammon+ Mary Ireland Graves Dougherty+ Mary Lee Wilson Crusemann+

Hallie Groos Slaughter * Elora Watt Smith Sue Kone Drake Beverly Nash Bell+*

Mary Lucile Wicker O’Brien+

Elinor Willis Pittman+

Marjorie Dodge Granger+

Irene Hopkins Harwood+ Alice Kleberg Reynolds Meyer+ Nancy Price Bowman+

Barbara Louise Davis Neff+ Eugenia Betts Miller Shelby Reed Hearon Diane Hierholzer Finch Grant* Marian Marley McCrummen Alison Gray Kimberlin* Josephine Klotz Roche Josephine Drake McRee+ Barbara Leonard Smith* Margaret Craig Cowden

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Susan Dean Stayton* Susan Page Driver Carolyn Kellam Curtis Marilla Black King Nancy Chapman Collins Ann Johnston Dolce

Clare Ritchie Hudspeth Regan Kimberlin Gammon Mary Gideon Herman* Elizabeth Snyder Malone Pamela Pitzer Willeford Cynthia Hendrick Kozmetsky Christina Kazen Attal Judith Allen Shelton Elizabeth Walters Atherton^ Melissa Owens Jackson Paula Thompson Herd Kristen Jones Holland Cookie Gregory Ruiz Hallie Powell Cardwell Emily Heebner Baker Nancy Cummins Prideaux Nancy Schoenvogel Edsel MariBen Ramsey*^ Joan Granger Talley Amy Johnson Dunham Suzy Balagia Diane Catalani Falkenberg Laura Wolf Beth Nance Smith KaLyn Laney Melissa Greenwood Morrow Kathi Livingston Haralson Sandy Segura AlcalĂĄ Morgen Cesarano Hardin Cathy Knapp McHorse

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* Denotes additional service at the regional level ^ Denotes service on the AJLI Board of Directors + Deceased

2013-2014 Community Advisors Kenneth L. Wilson

President Bank of America Central & South Texas

Brad Robb

Executive Director Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation

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Karlan Witt

Senior Partner Cambia Information Group, LLC

Greg Kozmetsky President KMS Ventures, Inc.

Elizabeth Foster

Elizabeth Christian

John Michael Cortez

Marc Ott

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

Fun facts from behind the scenes at A Christmas Affair •

Over 200 merchants from across the country and more than 30,000 people are expected to attend the 2013 A Christmas Affair (ACA).

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Last year, 117 merchant trucks, trailers and vans were expertly parked, on average, less than two inches apart by the Traffic and Security Team in the service yard of Palmer Events. Space is a precious commodity in the service yard!

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The ACA Committee spends more than a combined total of 5,000 hours at Palmer Events Center the week of A Christmas Affair.

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Nancy Wade, a 2013 ACA Sustaining Advisor, was on the first ACA Committee in 1976.

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The main Christmas tree is 25 feet tall, has 10,800 lights, and is adorned with 3,000 ornaments.

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At this year’s event, over 200 pounds of shrimp, eight gallons of hummus, more than 1800 cupcakes, and about 25 gallons of dressing will be served. In addition, this year all tearoom meals will be served on china!

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Several participating merchants’ sales will benefit local and regional non-profit organizations including Open Arms and the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project. One group of high school students is selling monogrammed school supplies to raise money for local charities.

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The Merchant Committee will start work in December to prepare for the 2014 event!

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4 Home

Austin Cake Ball, LLC

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Dallas, Texas Faith-based home décor & gifts including hand-painted scripture plates, plaques & frames as well as Celebrate THEE Date and Blessing products. www.4homestore.com

Accessories Etc.

Durant, Oklahoma We carry fabulous boutique clothing & jewelry that are always the newest styles & trends in the fashion industry at amazing prices. www.Blissboutique.biz

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Ace of Spades Garden Art

Hermann, Missouri Elegant copper faeries, mermaids and dancers for home and garden. Internationally recognized artist and author, Alice Calhoun. www.coppercurls.com

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Austin, Texas Local bakery, Austin Cake Ball, specializes in unique, fun desserts – specifically cake balls. A variety of flavors to choose from. www.austincakeball.com

Austin Gourmet Foods NEW!

Austin, Texas Our handmade organic whole grain pasta is…A PASTA LIKE YOU’VE NEVER TASTED. Come by and be amazed.

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AVANT-GARDE Jewelers NEW!

Austin, Texas Exclusive collection of jewelry from classic designer styles to fun contemporary handmade pieces for the men and women on your list and YOU! www.avantgardejewelers.com

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Adelante Boutique

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Bali Queen by Queen Eileen’s NEW!

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Lakeway, Texas Adorn yourself with fashion tops, scarves and handmade jewelry pieces. www.Adornaustin.com

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African Elephant Hair Bracelets

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Ala Carte Alice NEW!

Louisville, Mississippi Gourmet line of soups, entrees, dips and cheeseballs. www.alacartealice.com

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Alpine Wine Design

Golden, Colorado Attention wine lovers! Home décor, gifts, furniture and accessories handcrafted from recycled wine barrels and genuine wine crates. Made in the USA. www.alpinewinedesign.com

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Amber Marie & Company

Tulsa, Oklahoma Eclectic collection of gifts, home décor, seasonal decorations, clothing, & accessories. Custom made wreaths for holiday decorating! www.ambermarieandco.com

Booth 627, 629, 726, 728 Ambriz Jewelry

Fredericksburg, Texas Monogram & personalized jewelry made while you shop! We also create western & Texas themed jewelry for men, women and children. www.ambrizjewelry.com

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Annie’s Metal Outlet

League City, Texas We feature seasonal home and garden décor by The Round Top Collection. We have hundreds of Christmas ornaments. We personalize FREE!! www.anniesmetaloutlet.com

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Ashley Schenkein Jewelry Design NEW!

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Encinitas, California Imported jewelry and resort wear. Southwest designs to tropical adornment. Sizing for every woman. www.baliqueen.com

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St. Louis, Missouri Sterling silver jewelry exquisitely handcrafted by artisans in Bali, Indonesia. Pieces are embellished with drusies, azotic, topaz and many other semi-precious stones.

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BDJ Craft Works NEW!

Austin, Texas Hand crafted solid wood décor made right here in Austin including glass lined vases, planters, trays, photo frames and more. www.Bdjcraftworks.com

Booth 520 Be Wee

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

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Bear Creek Smokehouse

Marshall, Texas Hickory smoked meats and gourmet goodies for the holidays. www.bearcreeksmokehouse.com

Booth 716, 718 Beau Kisses

Austin, Texas Personalized arts while you wait. A great selection of gift items for women, teachers and that hard-to-shopfor-person on your list! Don’t miss us! www.beaukisses.com

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Beezie Glassworks NEW!

Bird Dog Bay

Chicago, Illinois Sophisticated, yet whimsical men’s neckwear and accessories. www.birddogbay.com

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Bits of Courage

Austin, Texas Let us personalize your Christmas list! We carry oilcloth bags, acrylic tumblers, pet placemats, stocking stuffers and more! www.bitsofcourage.com

Booth 308, 310 BMiley Designs

Houston, Texas French-inspired home décor, stamped silverware, yarn wreaths, crosses in vintage frames, cloches and lanterns with vintage treasures inside.

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Bombat Washer Co.

Austin, Texas Washer games – great for tailgating, the beach or the backyard. Texas-size fun for the whole family! www.bombatwashers.com

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BonBon by Micah Yancey

Dallas, Texas A well-edited collection of on-trend, colorful and clean jewelry designs. Handmade with gorgeous semi-precious gemstones and 14-karat gold filled metal. www.bonbonbymicahyancey.com

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Bosom Buddy Bags, LLC NEW!

Baltimore, Maryland Balinese hand-woven bags & little black evening bags, with fabulous adornments. Flirty Jewelry & fun accessories for everyone on your shopping list. www.bosombuddybagsretail.com

Booth 354, 356 Boy Howdy

Austin, Texas Classic, unique gifts and décor for the boys and young men in your life.

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Brit & Belle NEW!

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

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Brushes and Bows

Hurst, Texas Trendy fashions & flashy footwear for girls 12mo – 10yrs.

Hip chic accessories and dazzling stocking stuffers.

Happy Holidays!

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Queen Creek, Arizona Fabulous one-of-a-kind belt buckles, cuffs, hats, and other unique items. www.buckleit.com

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Sullivans Island, South Carolina Breathe new life into your home with custom fused glass decorative and functional art by artist Susanne Harris. Handcrafted in Charleston, SC.

Bunnies and Bows

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Cedar Creek, Texas Berdoll’s grows the freshest local pecans you will find.

We make over 20 flavors of pecan candies and sweets.

Our products make the perfect gift!

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Lewisville, Texas Whimsical, collegiate and Greek pillowcases all personalized on site! Glitter letters and embellishments. www.bunniesandbows.com

C’est Chic!

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Cartoons by Jahraus

Parkville, Missouri Personalized cartoons drawn to your request. www.netoons.com

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Chic By Design ‘Smart Gifting for Men’

San Francisco, California Unique gifts for men! MLB wallets, cufflinks, bat openers. Humidors, watch boxes, and bar accessories.

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Child’s Play

Houston, Texas Current best-selling children’s interActive books for newborn to 8-years-old including cloth, pop-up, board, and picture books. Author signing! www.childs-play.com

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China Baroque

Houston, Texas China Baroque repurposes vintage china into unique sterling jewelry. www.chinabaroque.com

Booth 200, 202

Christmas Carvings, Etc.

Lockhart, Texas Amazingly hand-carved wooden Santas, dolls and Christmas items by Adair and Patty Rucker. www.christmascarvingsetc.com

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CLOUD MINE

Houston, Texas New chic, but sweet infant clothing for girls and boys.

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Booth 538, 540

Company’s Comin’

Hearne, Texas Come by to sample some of our new soup, casserole, cheese ball, dip & Easy As Pie pie mixes. We also have other great gift items. www.companyscomin.com

Booth 249, 251

Copper Artistry by TK Imports

Austin, Texas Antique and new copper art plates, bowls, art vases and art panels all colored with fire; metal Christmas trees; rustic windows; collegiate and Christmas items, home décor. www.tkimports.com

Booth 216, 218

Copper Kettle Popcorn

Fort Wayne, Indiana Delicious gourmet popcorn: caramel, kettle, chocolate and cheese. Stop by booth 235 for a sample of our new habanero cheese caramel corn, sweet with a definite kick!

Booth 235

COZY GLAMOUR NEW!

Humble, Texas Share our love of animal prints, bling and cozy comfort with our fun accessories, cute sleeping bags and luxurious Sherpa blankets. www.cozyglamour.com

Booth 122, 124

Crosses & More

New Braunfels, Texas Crosses of all kinds, plaques, clothing, jewelry, and baby outfits.

Booth 248, 250

D’s Iron Designs

Sugar Land, Texas We design and build wrought iron home décor including sconces, candelabras and Christmas trees.

We also carry wall décor and beaded garland. www.facebook.com/dsirondesigns

Booth 437, 439

Dandy

Extra Point Publishers

Booth 545

Booth K5

Albany, California Handcrafted one-of-a-kind ceramic gem jewelry. Gems are paired with chain and leather for a line of cuffs, bracelets, earrings, rings, and necklaces. www.dandycraft.com

DGZ Chocolates

Houston, Texas We manufacture Toffarazzi (our version of toffee). We make many other gourmet Swiss chocolates. We have beautifully packaged holiday gifts. www.dgzchocolates.com

Booth 143, 145 di Potter NEW!

Excelsior, Minnesota Create an enchanting atmosphere with ease using di Potter’s collection of wine glass shades and tableware accessories. www.dipotter.com

Booth 409

Diamondhead Pearl Company

Diamondhead, Mississippi Classic & unique designs created with the finest quality freshwater, South Seas, Tahitian and Japanese Akoya pearls. www.diamondheadpearls.com

Booth 225 Dilly Dally

Austin, Texas A unique children’s boutique offering beautiful, high quality, hand crafted (in Austin) children’s clothing, hair accessories, gifts and more. www.dillydallyboutique.com

Booth 318, 320 Dish Envy

Colorado Springs, Colorado The finest “unikat” Polish pottery available! Exquisite designs direct from Boleslawiec, Poland. Hand-painted and signed by the artist. www.dishenvy.net

Booth 752

Diva B Designs

Frisco, Texas Bodacious Boots exclusive retailer. Fabulous fashions, sassy tees and custom appliquéd pieces. Unique oneof-a-kind jewelry and accessories. www.facebook.com/divabdesigns

Booth 301, 303 Dogadillo

Austin, Texas Family owned, one-stop pet shop boutique. Featuring high fashion dog and cat apparel including shirts, sweaters, collars, leads, harnesses, beds, carriers and accessories. www.dogadillo.com

Booth 609, 611

E. Wildman Gallery NEW!

Austin, Texas Original mixed-media abstract art along with great gift and home-décor items such as hand-painted wine stands, throw pillows and iPhone cases. www.ericawildman.com

Booth 226, 228

Embellish Nails & Boutique

Austin, Texas The best from locally owned Embellish’s boutique: Jessica Simpson, Tulle & Vince Camuto apparel, fashion and fine jewelry, holiday décor, Consuela totes and more! www.embellishnails.com

Booth 304, 306 Erin’s Earrings

Georgetown, Texas Handcrafted jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings) using Swarovski crystals, genuine stones and fresh water pearls. www.erinsearrings.com

Perry, Georgia Publishing company that specializes in fun, faith-based Christian sports devotionals that make wonderful gifts for die-hard fans. www.die-hardfans.com

Farm Pac Kitchens, Yoakum Packaging Company

Yoakum, Texas Smoked meat, delicious sauces, nuts and beef jerky.

Makes for great gifts! www.farmpac.com

Booth 101

Fat Rat Family

Frisco, Texas A must see, and feel too! Unique array of colorful gifts and treasures all handcrafted using minky dot fabrics. www.fatratfamily.com

Booth 355, 357

FlameLess Candles - En Masse Mkt NEW!

Austin, Texas Vanilla scented Flameless Candles. These are real candles not plastic like Pottery Barn. Enjoy a remote control with 12 settings, on/off timer and flicker setting. www.grillitnow.com

Booth 253

Georgian House Antiques

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Antique English prints, antique children’s prints, English & Oriental China, books, small silver, decorative & gifts www.georgianhouseantiques.com

Booth 102, 104

Glad Tidings Holy Land Designs

Trussville, Alabama Handcrafted in the Holy Land, a wide assortment of Christmas ornaments, nativity sets, necklaces, Damascus silk gift bags, kitchen items, bookmarks and much more. www.holylanddesigns.net

Booth K4

Glam Girls NEW!

Austin, 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 123, 125

Goggle Graffiti NEW!

Austin, Texas Google Graffiti is a new innovative item in the snow sports industry. Creative artwork on colorful bands that fit on your ski goggles. The perfect stocking stuffer! www.gogglegraffiti.com

Booth K3

Gourmet Apples & More, Inc.

Grapevine, Texas Gourmet apples, chocolate covered – popcorn, pretzels, krispy treats and marshmallows. Gift baskets and nationwide shipping. www.gourmetapples.com

Booth 625

Gourmet Blends NEW!

Torrance, California We provide 100% pure barrel-aged balsamic vinegars, fruit and herb infused olive oils and gourmet dipping oils. Bon Appétit. www.gourmetblends.us

Booth 326, 328

Great Rocky Mountain Fur Co.

Saratoga, Wyoming A collection of fine, high fashion, as well as traditional ladies fur garments and accessories. www.greatrockymountainfur.com

Booth 116, 118

Booth 234, 236

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Greek and Unique!

Austin, Texas Local Austin boutique specializing in sorority & fraternity gifts and apparel. John Hart, Waxing & Poetic, Comfort Colors, Scout Bags, jewelry, Christmas ornaments, and more. www.greekandunique.net

Booth 334, 336 gro

Austin, Texas The go-to children’s boutique for hip little tykes, tweens and everyone in between!!

Booth 238, 240

Haul Couture LLC

Huntsville, Alabama Oversized, insulated cargo bags with a stacker board system, which could be used for everything from groceries to gym gear! www.haulcouture.com

Booth 359, 361 Have 2 Have It

Dallas, Texas Home of the Ear-Resistible bunny & puppy. Each with a nose for the tooth fairy to find the tooth. Blankets, lovies, pillowcases and throws to match. Embroidery on site. www.have2haveit.net

Booth 103

Julie’s Boutique

Laura Lively LLC

Booth 535, 537, 634, 636

Booth 645

Charlotte, North Carolina Flirty, fun, fashionable and the latest trends in women’s apparel. Great selection of tops, dresses and novelty scarves. Great gifts! www.juliesclothing.com

Kaleidoscope Toys

Round Rock, Texas Specialty toys and gifts including the most popular toys out there. Art, science, pre-school, infant, Legos, games and more must haves for under the tree. All ages! www.kstoy.com

Booth 149, 151

Kathy Womack Gallery

Austin, Texas Original paintings, limited edition prints and gift items by artist Kathy Womack, featuring her popular Women and Wine series. www.kwomack.com

Booth 457, 459

Katoj Personalized Jewelry NEW!

Austin, Texas Personalized hand stamped sterling silver and 14k gold initial and name charm necklaces and bracelets. Many designs may be stamped while you shop. www.katoj.com

Booth 508

Imagination Unlimited NEW!

The Woodlands, Texas Unique toys, gifts and clothing. www.imaginationunlimitedtoys.com

Booth 256, 258

Iona Handcrafted Books NEW!

Kendra Scott

Austin, Texas Kendra Scott is a line of luxury jewelry at an affordable price point, designed for the modern woman. www.kendrascott.com

Booth 323, 325 Austin, Texas Heirloom quality leather journals & albums for the artist/ writer/photographer and/or the sentimental on your list. Handcrafted in Austin! www.ionahandcraftedbooks.com

Kiki Bean & BedHead Pajamas

Jacqueline B

Kinda Krazy Kids & Kompany

Booth 153

Thousand Oaks, California Chic clothing for women, including fun great tee shirts, sweats and up-to-the-minute fashions.

Booth 601, 603, 605

Jessica Thompson Jewelry & Gifts

New York, New York New York designer with a flair for blending the “lovely traditional” with the “stylish modern,” creating wonderful jewelry, monograms, accessories and art. www.jessicathompsondesign.com

Booth 300

Jewelry Girl Boutique

Leawood, Kansas Fabulous and affordable clothing. Unique jewelry.

Booth 741, 743, 745 Jewelry Lady NEW!

Red River, New Mexico Where the new and old west meet! Western lifestyle clothing and jewelry that can be added to your everyday fun clothes or serious evening-wear! www.jewelryladyredriver.com

Booth 621, 623

Joe Koen & Son Jewelers

Austin, Texas A unique collection of fine and fun jewelry, holiday and collegiate gifts. www.joekoenjewelers.com

Booth 461 Julie B

Smithville, Texas Julie B has a variety of women’s apparel and accessories.

Finding that perfect gift for all ages for women, men and kids is right here. www.julie-b.com

Booth 449, 451, 548, 550

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Venice, California Luxury pajamas and jewelry made in glamorous Los Angeles. For women, men and kids! www.bedheadpjs.com

Booth 637, 639

Westlake Hills, Texas Smocked-or-not Christmas outfits for boys and girls. Great for all ages 1 to 12. Stocking stuffers for Christmas galore! www.kindakrazykids.com

Booth 542, 544

Kristine Riis Designs NEW!

Jacksonville, FL Shop genuine pearl & natural stone jewelry that combines modern style with timeless sophistication.

Great gifts and affordable prices! www.mylauralively.com

Leftovers Inc.

Brenham, Texas Christmas décor, antiques, soaps & lotions, unique gifts, home accents and candles. www.leftoversantiques.com

Booth 401, 403, 500, 502 Leighelena

Austin, Texas Leighelena is an exotic skin and leather jewelry and accessory line, handmade in Austin. www.leighelena.com

Booth 348, 350

LemonHead Apparel

Allen, Texas Original and uniquely designed headbands and hair clips for all ages. www.lemonheadkidz.com

Booth 640, 642

Limbo Jewelry Design

Austin, Texas The seamless relationship between beauty and simplicity can be seen in each of their Austin-made collections. www.limbojewelry.com

Booth 552

Loredana’s Italian Specialty Foods

Denver, Colorado From picnics to parties – Loredana’s is what to serve!

Artisan made Italian marinated cheeses, olives & vinaigrettes reinvent everyday foods or simply serve with crackers. Loredana’s will soon be a family tradition on your table. www.loredanas.com

Booth 549, 551 Lounge Lizard

Kingsland, Texas Function art for the home. Each pieces is designed in our workshop, handcrafted, individually brush painted.

High quality glass is in then inserted to complete its beauty and function. www.loungelizardusa.com

Booth 708, 710

Nashville, Tennessee As seen in Sundance Catalog! Nashville based designer, Kristine Riis, gives her recognizable signature to the oneof-a-kind pieces that she fashions out of leather, mixed metals and gemstones. Made in the USA. www.kristineriis.com

Make It Sweet

La Bella Italia

Mama Lee’s Gourmet Hot Chocolate NEW!

Booth 738

Palm Desert, California Finest, artisan-crafted table lines from Italy & France: tablecloths, napkins, runners, centerpieces, breadbaskets, dishtowels; other unique table top items.

Booth 654, 656 La Vida Loca

Blue Ridge, Texas Handpainted canvases, crosses, home decor, womens trendy clothing and accessories. If it’s fun, funky, and unique... we have it. We offer a wide variety in price range to meet everyone’s budget. www.hatcreekcollections.com

Booth: 209, 211 Laugh Out Loud Expressions LLC NEW!

Houston, Texas Unique, fun, whimsical, plush & novelty gifts for all. State of the art animations to your favorite artists & tunes! As seen in the Houston Chronicle & The Today Show. www.laughoutloudexpressions.com

Booth 128

Austin, Texas Make It Sweet has tools, supplies, ingredients and classes to help you make and decorate beautiful and delicious cakes, cookies and candies. www.makeitsweet.com

Booth 610, 612

Lewisburg, Tennessee We specialize in the best gourmet hot chocolates & cappuccinos. Our hot chocolate is instant. We make & sell the best hot chocolate mixes. www.mamalees.com

Booth 158

Marshmallow Fun Co.

Dallas, Texas Line of Award-Winning Marshallow toys for kids of all ages! It’s Ammolicious! www.marshmallowville.com

Booth 729

MD Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project

Houston, Texas Cards and gifts featuring artwork created by pediatric cancer patients from the Children’s Cancer Hospital at MD Anderson Cancer Center. www.childrensart.org

Booth 740, 742

Mela and Roam NEW!

MYdrap NEW!

Paris Texas Apparel Company

Booth 309

Booth 117

Booth 344

Houston, Texas Melding the magic of Eastern textiles with a high-end design sensibility, Mela & Roam offers linens and home furnishings that transport you to far-flung places. www.melaandroam.com

Melissa’s Custom Gifts NEW!

Austin, Texas A fresh collection of jewelry, accessories, apparel and sorority gifts including Spartina 449, Lilly Pulitzer, Spirit Jerseys, and PFG shirts. www.melissaatx.com

Booth 453, 455

Mi Casa Tamales

Boerne, Texas Come sample Texas-sized homemade tamales made with fresh spices, freshly made sides and dips. Perfect holiday gifts! www.tamalesmicasa.com

Booth 753, 755 Michele’s

Austin, Texas A large selection of fine estate/antique jewelry, sterling silver flatware, hollowware, Christmas ornaments, and unusual gift items all at affordable prices! www.michelessilver.com

Spring Lake, New Jersey The only tear-off cotton napkins on a roll! Made of 100% cotton. Available in 6 sizes and 48+ colors. Wash and reuse up to 6 times or throw away after a single use. www.buymydrap.com

Naked Body + Bath

Houston, Texas Luxurious spa bath and body care plus fun accessories. www.nakedbodyandbath.com

Booth 339

Nannie & Pal Children’s Wear NEW!

Cedar Park, Texas Nannie & Pal specializes in unique holiday and boutique style clothing. Keeping your little one in style for every occasion with sizes 0 – 10 years.

Locally owned & operated. www.nannieandpal.com

Booth 749

Nothing Bundt Cakes NEW!

Austin, Texas Delicious “bundt” cakes made with the finest premium ingredients. Featuring single serving “bundtlets” in five fabulous flavors! www.nothingbundtcakes.com

Booth 648, 650

Booth 127

Mishu Designs

Offenbacher Gourmet Fudge

Woodmere, New York Mishu Designs produces unique magnetic themed, personalized gifts for all ages. Our best sellers are Mighty Magnet Photo Cables and Chalkboard Stickers. www.mishudesigns.com

League City, Texas Offenbacher Gourmet Fudge is “A Piece of Heaven in Every Bite!” We have 6 flavors to choose from. Think of your loved ones this Christmas! www.offenbacherfudge.com

Booth 217

Booth K6

Model Metalworks, Inc.

Oh Yeah

Booth 340, 342

Booth 317, 319

Westminister, California Hand made pine needle baskets and metal ware for tabletop and home décor. www.modelmetalworks.com

Molly and Me Boutique NEW!

Frisco, Texas Affordable boutique outfits and fun accessories for girls and their 18” dolls, such as American Girl. www.mollyandmeboutique.com

Booth 150, 152

Mom’s Enterprises

Elmhurst, Illinois Mom’s Enterprises offers hand painted one-of-a-kind whimsical art pieces to decorate your home all year long. We do unique faux finishes and mural paintings in your home or business. www.momsenterprises.com

Austin, Texas Unique, funky and blinged out gifts. Everything from dang cut tees to super cute artwork! www.facebook.com/ohyeahgiftboutique

One Minute Manicure

Houston, Texas Twinkle, Twinkle! You can’t miss us! Free moisturizing hand treatment. Christmas gift for family, friends and teachers. You won’t believe how your skin looks and feels, but Oprah did! www.oneminutemanicure.com

Booth 561

Open Arms

Austin, Texas Shop eco-friendly and USA made apparel and accessories. Skirts, dresses, scarves holiday gifts and more manufactured by refugee survivor women in Austin. www.theopenarmsshop.com

Houston, Texas Paris Texas is a lifestyle brand that celebrates Texas. We strive for a subtle way to you’re from Texas without be obnoxious. www.paristexasco.com

Pastamore Gourmet Foods

Georgetown, Texas Holiday Gourmet from Napa Wine Country Gluten free infused olive oils, pasta, 18 year barrel aged balsamics and tapenades. Made in USA. www.pastamore.com

Booth 516, 518 Perri Berri

Austin, Texas Austin’s own original go to spot for the cozy, unique and fabulous! Women’s, home and baby including Barefoot Dreams complete collection! www.perriberri.com

Booth 311, 313

Personalized Art Box NEW!

Gilbert, Arizona Personalized children’s art boxes filled with supplies.

Perfect for home, traveling, restaurants and more!

Booth 602 Petal Bay

Navarre, Florida Missy & plus size boutique apparel and accessories. www.petalbay.com

Booth 144, 146 Picnic Gift

Huntington Beach, California Wine purse, wine clutch, picnic pack, wine & cheese tote, wine accessories, and picnic baskets. www.picnicgift.com

Booth 107, 109

Pink Armadillos & fabYOUlous

Lakeway, Texas Come see fab clothing & gift items including lots of items that can be personalized! www.shopfabyoulous.com

Booth 703

PizzazzingYou

Salado, Texas Newborn and infant boutique offering clothes, accessories and gift items including custom-made pettiskirts, blinged out onesies, hats and our “My First Christmas” items. www.pizzazzingyou.com

Booth 135, 137 Pizzazzzz

Booth 608

Chesterfield, Missouri Huge variety of personalized ornaments and trendy upscale holiday décor all with Pizzazzzz!

Austin, Texas We specialize in custom gifts and décor, including Kitty Keller ornaments, front door accents and beautiful embroidery monogramming!

OrigAudio NEW!

PK Fine Imports, Inc.

Musee NEW!

Booth 638

Booth 560

Monarch Boutique NEW!

Booth 441

Costa Mesa, California Come check out OrigAudio’s gadget and gizmo’s, perfect for everyone your shopping list. Winners of ABC’s hit show “Shark Tank”. www.origaudio.com

Booth 659, 661

Palm Desert, California Mexican Pewter bowls, trays, platters, trivets, spoon rests, napkin boxes, ice buckets and more for all of your gift and entertaining needs. www.pkfineimports.com

Booth 649, 651, 748, 750

Madison, Mississippi Fun and unique hand made bath balms to soothe your mind and body. www.museebath.com

P.R.E.P. Academy NEW!

Play Clay Factory

My Eco Glass NEW!

Booth 553

Booth 555

Booth 702, 704

Manor, Texas My Eco Glass offers a vast selection of eco-friendly glassware and home décor products that include vases, platters and bowls. www.myecoglass.com

Booth 252, 254

Austin, Texas Westlake H.S. Entrepreneur Group, P.R.E.P. Academy, sells monogrammed school supplies. PREP will donate 100% of its profits to local charities.

Lamar, Colorado Award-winning product for creative play. It’s the choice of educators and parents. American made product. www.playclayfactory.com

Pajama Party

PM Designer Collection Round Rock, Texas Enjoy high thread count bed sheets – 300% below the department store mark-up! Choose from California King, King, Queen, Full and Twin, in 12 beautiful colors.

They are so soft; it is like “Sleeping in Melted Chocolate.” www.PMDesignerCollection.com

Plano, Texas Simply the most comfortable 100% cotton pajamas you will ever wear at a ridiculously low price of only $17.00 a set. Long and short robes are $20.00. www.themastersuite.net

Booth 227, 229

Booth 338

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Pomp & Circumstance Boutique NEW!

Houston, Texas One stop shop for trendy, chic, affordable women’s apparel, accessories and one-of-a-kind jewelry. www.pandcboutique.com

Booth 620

Scents of KALM

Smith Map Studio

Booth K7

Booth 719

Austin, Texas Luxurious locally handcrafted bath & body products. All made with natural and botanical ingredients. Perfect for gifts! www.kalmscents.com

Pony Pal Stable - En Masse Mkt

Austin, Texas Our toy Pony Pals and friends are available in 3 sizes and can be ridden by children of all ages, toddlers to adults.

They have beautiful plush bodies and a very strong steel frame. www.ponypalstable.com

Booth 405, 407

Provisions for Men

Dallas, Texas A unique collection of fabulous gifts for all occasions for all the men in your life. www.provisionsformen.com

Booth 734, 736

Pure & Simple Soy Candles

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 K2

Scrap-Work Boutique NEW!

Earling, Iowa Scrap-work is a fun and funky women’s cloth boutique.

Stop in to see all of fashions newest styles along with great accessories and jewelry. www.scrap-work.com

Booth 111, 113, 210, 212 ScriptureArt NEW!

Roanoke, Texas Chic Motique Mobile Boutique features inspirational gifts and accessories for children and adults. www.chicmotique.com & www.scriptureart.com

Booth 644

Sealed Coolers

Rockport, Texas One-of-a-kind soft-sided leak proof coolers made from cowhide, skins and colorful textiles collected from Panama, Mexico and Guatemala. www.sealedcoolers.com

Booth 224 Purple Bee Designs NEW!

Dallas, Texas Love to entertain in style? Shop our designer aprons, kitchen towels, luxurious candles plus an array of stylish hostess gifts. www.purplebeedesigns.com

Booth 523

Season Flower

Dallas, Texas Home décor, silk flowers and holiday items. www.seasonflower.com

Booth 219, 221

Seattle Accessories

Queenie & Co. NEW!

Seguin, Texas Queenie & Co. offers fabulous gifts! Trolley bags and hand painted calendars are just a few of the unique finds we have for you!

Seattle, Washington Natural fiber scarves, capes, gloves and accessories; cell phone holders and bluetooth accessories. Stocking stuffers for everyone! www.seattlesilver.net

Booth 141

Booth 616, 618

Rattlesnake Ranch Pecans

Shader Productions NEW!

Lufkin, Texas Chocolate and assorted candy coated pecans. Available in assorted gift tins plus individual packages. www.rattlesnakepecans.com

Booth 700

Houston, Texas Shader Productions specializes in artist designed crystal jewelry, sterling silver & fashion jewelry. We have pieces for every style and budget. www.rockmecz.com

Booth 207

Red Bird Design NEW!

Cedar Park, Texas We blend Americana & Bohemian styles to create a look that is unique, affordable and has a one-of-a-kind vintage feel. www.shopredbird.net

Shannie Girl NEW!

Robert Hurst

Shirley’s Potpourri

Booth 161

Austin, Texas Art noted by artist Robert Hurst, Official Artist to the Texas Sports HOF, College Baseball HOF, Texas Heritage Songwriters HOF. Many items are autographed. www.adamnfineartist.com

Booth 321

Sarah Oliver Handbags NEW!

Sausalito, California Sophistication and sparkle! Set yourself apart with our one-of-a-kind handbags. Knit with love our senior team aging from 77 to 101! www.saraholiverhandbags.com

Booth 106

Savannah Bee Company

Saint Simons Island, Georgia Gifts of the Beehive. Spectacular single floral honeys, our famous honeycomb and luxurious all natural beehive based body care with royal jelly.

Booth 443, 445

Houston, Texas Shannie Girl offers beautiful women’s capes, wraps and shawls in a variety of styles and colors. www.shanniegirl.com

Booth 352

Canton, Texas Beautifully handcrafted, organic potpourri, refresher oils, garland & wreaths made from fresh fruits and vegetables & blended with superior oils. www.shirleyspotpourri.com

Booth 260

Signs for Design NEW!

Rogers, Arkansas Personalized family plaques; entry signs with stand; yard signs with stakes. www.signsfordesign.com

Booth 754, 756, 758 Slater Zorn NEW!

New York, New York Slater Zorn is an apparel and accessories company, born in the Midwest, run out of NYC and guided by a love sports and fashion, loyalty and luxury. www.slaterzorn.com

Booth K9

Leander, Texas Hand-drawn maps created by local artist, Christopher Smith, using pen and ink (stipple-technique) on acrylic paints. www.smithmapstudio.com

Somebody’s Mother’s Chocolate Sauce NEW!

Houston, Texas All natural award winning dessert sauces in six flavors.

Our packaging is perfect for gifts. Our sauces are great on ice cream or fresh fruit, and can be used with and in other desserts. All are gluten free and contain NO high fructose corn syrup. www.somebodysmothers.com

Booth 506

South Austin Gallery

Austin, Texas A husband and wife team make hand-crafted coasters and cutting boards from original photography. www.southaustingallery.com

Booth 613

Southern Candymakers

New Orleans, Louisiana Delicious southern candies and confections as well as holiday gifts and accessories. www.southerncandymakers.com

Booth 411, 413

Southwestern Elegance

Ingram, Texas Southwestern Elegance is about “Style and Being Different” offering unique home, office, and personal accessories as well as Christmas and garden items from around the world. www.southwesternelegance.com

Booth 709, 711, 713 Spirit Chips NEW!

Mesquite, Texas Tortilla chips in every color for holidays, school and causes. Chips are gluten free, No cholesterol, no transfats, no hydrogenated oils and low sodium. www.SpiritChips.com

Booth K1

Sporting Traditions

Smithville, Texas Hunting, fishing and sporting related gifts for men including camouflage bags, knives, hunting and fishing tools and decorative items. www.sportingtraditionsgifts.com

Booth 203, 205

Sterling Grace Jewelry NEW!

Tyler, Texas Visit our Winter Wonderland booth and experience oneof-a-kind Biblically inspired jewelry designs, designed for Sterling Grace exclusively by designer Deborah Harter. In addition you will find home décor works of art with a Biblical them as well. www.sterlinggracejewelry.com

Booth 617, 619 Sticky Bizness

San Antonio, Texas Unique and trendy gifts personalized for any occasion. www.stickybizness.com

Booth 541, 543

Sursa’s Signs NEW!

Ennis, Texas Come one, come all, something for everyone!

Reclaimed, repurposed, handmade home décor. Tin Shelves, wall décor, magnet boards, frames, signs and more.

Booth 206, 208

Susie’s South 40 Confections, Inc.

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 660 52

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TeePees from Rattlesnake Crossing NEW!

The Treasured Accessory

Booth 707

Booth 604, 606

Ormond Beach, Florida Hand painted canvas children’s play teepees. Hand painted child size headdresses with a feather and bow plus arrow sets with safety arrows.

Texas Ranger Books

Marietta, Georgia We sell award winning signed #1 edition books written about Texas Rangers and the Texas frontier during the mid-late 1800s. Authors are present in booth to personalize the books for gifts! www.texasrangerbooks.info

Booth 159

The Bell Collection NEW!

Round Rock, Texas Unique handcrafted sterling silver bell pendants and charms. Each bell comes with a heartfelt story that ranges from family, love, nature and spiritual. www.collectbells.com

Booth 132

The Crooked Antler

Cleveland, Texas Over the top clothing and gifts!

Booth 322, 324

The Guayabera Shirt Store NEW!

Austin, Texas The Guayabera Shirt Store and Linen Dreams offer men and boys fine linen Guayabera shirts and women’s linen night wear. www.theguayaberashirtstore.com

Booth 760

The Limoges Lady

Houston, Texas Authentic, hand painted porcelain limoges boxes from France. www.thelimogeslady.com

Booth 706

The Pajama Princess

Westlake Hills, Texas Infant to adult PJ’s, mother daughter, father son boxers, boys lounge pants, holiday family PJ’s and teens! Robes, blankets, slippers! www.thepajamaprincess.com

Booth 525, 527, 529 The Pink Store NEW!

Palomas, Mexico Trinkets and treasures handpicked from all over Mexico.

Stop, shop, and Smile! www.thepinkstoremexico.com

Booth 242, 244

The Plaid Pigeon NEW!

Austin, Texas Succulents and cactus in handcrafted planters and terrariums. Home of the original Toy Planter, featured in the Daily Candy, Etsy and FAB.com. www.theplaidpigeon.com

Booth 204

The Polka Dot Dog Company NEW!

Calabasas, California The Treasured Accessory is known for a stunning collection of jewelry that is of the moment! www.thetreasuredaccessory.com

The Wired Canary

The Wright Designs

Booth 652

Booth 600

Carrollton, Texas Decorate cups and koozies; humor napkins; custom cups and custom stamps. www.thewritedesigns.com

Booth 653, 655, 657 Three Sisters Bows

Weatherford, Texas Ultimate quality hair accessory shop for girls of all ages.

Booth 105

Tiny Pies NEW!

Austin, Texas Tiny Pies, Small Pies Big Taste. Made from old family recipes with all natural ingredients. Oprah & Katie liked them and so will you! www.tinypies.com

Booth 744 Treisi

Austin, Texas Hand-crafted designer jewelry made from semiprecious stones and metals. Austin designed, amazing prices. www.treisi.com

Booth 712

Trends & Traditions Boutique

San Marcos, Texas Influenced by the Texas Hill Country lifestyle, Trends & Traditions offers clothing and jewelry pieces that are wearable designs. Our twist includes artful clothing, soulful jewelry and collectable folk art. www.trendsandtraditionsboutique.com

Booth 511, 513

TuSodd Promotions/Sue’s Suzani NEW!

Handcrafted embroidered boots, belts and bags from Istanbul, Turkey. Pashmina scarves from Turkey.

Booth 148

Twisted Simplicity

Frisco, Texas Affordable, unique and fresh fashion. www.twistedsimplicity.com

Booth 255, 257

Two Charming Chix NEW!

Parkville, Missouri Two Charming Chix designs hand-crafted glass art charms for personal wear and home décor. www.twocharmingchix.com

Booth 160

The Sassy Chic Boutique NEW!

Booth 641, 643

Booth 223

The Stocking Stuffer

Austin, Texas Unique and unusual stocking stuffers for everyone on your list. Gadgets, wacky toys, gifts for husbands, you name it!

Booth 721, 723

Ultra Bella NEW!

Two Elves with a Twist

Mico, Texas Boutique children’s couture & accessories handcrafted deep in the heart of Texas! www.thesassychic.etsy.com

Albertville, Alabama Freshwater, Saltwater, South Sea & Tahitian necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings. Fashion forward as well as traditional pearl jewelry. Real pearls at unreal prices! www.twopearls.com

Friendswood, Texas Repurposed vintage silverware imprinted to make a variety of items, wired & beaded home & kitchen accessories, face plant pillowcases and much more.

McKinney, Texas Made in the USA gifts for everyone in the family, including the dog. www.thepolkadotdogcompany.com

Booth 139

Two Pearls, Inc.

Frisco, Texas Two Elves with a Twist has the latest Christmas décor, holiday fashion, pashmina wraps, furs & scarves! Put a little magic in your fashion for Holiday 2013. www.baciofashions.com

Two Girls Toffery NEW!

Addison, Texas Two Girls Toffery offers multiple flavors of artisan hand crafted gourmet toffee with holiday packaging for every event. www.twogirlstoffery.com

Booth 201

Lake Placid, New York Personal and home accessories handcrafted in the USA of Ultrasuede, Swarovski crystals & gemstones. Featured items include Bella Bands & Gemstone Jewelry. www.ultrabella.com

Under Wraps

Dallas, Texas Providing designer giftwrap, gable style gift boxes, tulle, raffia & ribbon at wholesale prices to discerning shoppers for 37 years. www.UnderWrapsGiftWrap.com

Booth 517, 519, 521

What’s Cookin’ NEW!

Hot Springs, Arkansas We own and produce a line of gourmet soups, skillet dinners, breads, pastas, chicken salads, dips, etc. www.whatscookineasymeals.com

Booth 220, 222

Whitehead Studios

Lake Forest, Illinois Handmade, one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments and accessories. www.juliewhiteheadholdsworth.com

Booth 522, 524

Wildgoose Manufacturing, Mail Order & Gallery Store

Ingram, Texas Quality luggage and leather goods made in Texas at Wildgoose. Unique gifts: antler, fossil, cowhides, lamps, boxes, handmade knives & décor. www.wildgoosetexas.com

Booth 417, 419, 421 Wimberly Tribble

Austin, Texas Fabulous fashion accessories-enamel & gemstone jewelry, charms, monograms, handbags, acrylic, belts, tunics, sandals and more! Based in Austin! www.wimberlyinc.com

Booth 119, 121 Wine-A-Rita

Texarkana, Texas Sample our frozen wine cocktail mixes and find the perfect gift for your wine-loving friends. www.wineglace.com

Booth 628

WineVine Imports

Raleigh, North Carolina WineVine Imports offers beer, wine and spirits accessories. Visit our booth to find a variety of gifts to solve your gift giving dilemma. We offer a one-of-a-kind selection of spectacular gifts! www.wineVine-Imports.com

Booth 245

Wiseman House Chocolates, Inc.

Hico, Texas Fine chocolates handmade on the cusp of the Hill Country in Hico, TX. Creations include: truffles, toffee, bark and sipping chocolate. www.wisemanhousechocolates.com

Booth 607

Zinger Hardware

Austin, Texas Fun and zany stocking stuffers for guys, gals, kids and more! www.zingerhardware.com

Booth 510, 512

Booth 237, 239

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