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Norman Stalarow, brought together many individuals of all ages to start a conversation about suicide prevention. This event was the first in a series of suicide-prevention programs, events and initiatives. “Stamp Out Stigma” for young professionals will be held Nov. 20, 2-4 p.m. at the Merfish Teen Center. The event will include a panel discussion about suicide and mental health. See Talk Saves Lives: Suicide Prevention in our Communities at thebuzzmagazines.com for a list of related resources and articles.
Belles receive rings
Carter, Hayley Wylie, Juliana Denena and William Vaughan.
Community effort
Michael Martinez
This is ’80s night
The Bellaire High School Belles dance team captains were honored during halftime at a Cardinals football game. The spotlight was on them as they received James Avery rings as gifts. Pictured (from left) are Avery Von Eiff, Megan Hafer and Morgan Hunter.
To the firehouse Nicole Walters, Stephanie Swingle and Shelley Ludwick (pictured, from left) mixed and mingled at The Junior League of Houston’s annual Opening Style Show. The evening was a stylish flashback to the ’80s. The theme, Girls Just Want to Have Fun, celebrated all that was the ’80s and commemorated the building’s 30th anniversary, along with the “Greatest Hits” of League accomplishments of that era. Tootsies showcased fall fashion in the runway show.
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Girl Scout Daisy Troop #147122 visited the Bellaire Fire Department as part of earning their “Respect Authority” petal. Firefighter/EMT Shannon Benas, Phil Nott and Lt. Mark Allen provided a tour of the fire truck along with a lesson about what firefighters do for the Bellaire community. Pictured (from left) are Eve Puzon, Lily Goodwin, Faith Puzon, Gwyneth Pewthers, Jacqueline Wylie, Mia Laviage, Reese Morgenroth (front, standing), Freddie Vaughan (back, sitting), Gracie
It was a colorful day for the Pin Oak Middle School Charger community on Oct. 11. The school held its inaugural “Charge into the Color” fun run. The event was the official kickoff to fundraising efforts toward building a new, a half-mile, $80,000 fitness track. Students, faculty and volunteers had a blast throwing color powder, running and cheering on students. The celebration continued with a post-race party featuring music, Kona Ice snacks and more colorthrowing fun. Pictured (from left) Nicole Hampton, Erin Lang and Natalie Hampton. See pinoakpto.org/fitnesstrack. Be seen in Buzz About Town. Send your high-res photos and community news to info@thebuzzmagazines.com. Items are published on a space-available basis. Also share your upcoming-event listings on thebuzzmagazines.com.