2017 A Christmas Affair Invitation

November 15 -19, 2017 Palmer Events Center, Austin, Texas

to the following supporters of The Junior League of Austin

Benefactor Sponsors Entercom Austin — Majic 95.5 & Mix 94.7* IBC Bank Randalls SPIRIT Radio 105.9* Whole Foods Market

Grand Sponsors Brandywine Realty Trust Capitol Chevrolet Centerpoint Energy iHeartMedia* St. David’s Healthcare

Patron Sponsors Austin Way* Austin Woman Magazine* Emmis Radio — 93.3 KGSR & 103.5 BOB FM Austin* Keller Williams Realty International Tide Dry Cleaners Tribeza*

Tribute Sponsors Austin Family Magazine* Bloody Revolution Kendra Scott

Contributor Austin Kid’s Directory Austin Monthly*

Supporter

Life in Davenport/Rob Roy Living*

* In-Kind Donation

The Junior League of Austin

BY THE NUMBERS

160,000 VOLUNTEER HOURS

2,500

84

YEARS OF SERVICE

LEAGUE MEMBERS

1,400 35

BACKPACKS OF FOOD DELIVERED EACH WEEK DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR THROUGH FIT — FOOD IN TUMMIES

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

35,000

COATS DISTRIBUTED THROUGH COATS FOR KIDS ANNUALLY All funds raised through A Christmas Affair support The Junior League of Austin’s work in the Austin community.

If you are unable to attend A Christmas Affair but would like to support the great work of The Junior League of Austin, please visit www.jlaustin.org and click “Support Us.”

COMMUNITY PARTNERS PROGRAMS Funds generated by A Christmas Affair

support these projects and programs:

Programs

JLA

of

Coats for Kids Done-in-a-Day Food in Tummies (FIT) Playhouse Singers Spanish Immersion “Si” UT String Project Con Mi MADRE Scholarships

Community Partners

American Red Cross Austin Children’s Shelter Austin Humane Society Austin YMBL Sunshine Camp Austin Zoo B.I.G. Love Cancer Care Services BookSpring Breakthrough Austin CASA of Travis County Center for Child Protection Center for Survivors of Torture Children’s Diabetes Camp of Central Texas (Camp Bluebonnet) Drive a Senior Network Girl Scouts of Central Texas Girl Empowerment Network (GENAustin) Little Helping Hands Marbridge Meals on Wheels and More Mothers’ Milk Bank of Austin Partnerships for Children R.O.C.K., Ride on Center for Kids Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas SafePlace Shoal Creek Conservancy Sustainable Food Center Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired The Arc of the Capital Area The Christi Center The Salvation Army The Settlement Home for Children The Thinkery Westcave Preserve YMCA of Austin ZACH Theatre

President Amy Hurt President-elect Morgen Hardin Sustaining President Shannon Creekmur Fund Development Vice President Ann Townsend Treasurer Julie Hall

Elizabeth Andrews Laura Lee Daigle Amanda Eldridge Nicole Elliott Ashley Hight Genny Hill Tania Leskover-Owens Michelle Lupton Leslie Moore Lauren Price Araminta Sellers Carrie Semple

15

est per gu ay per d Thursday, Nov. 16

noon - 9:00 p.m.

Browse more than 200 carefully selected local and national merchants at our elegantly decorated holiday market.

Friday, Nov. 17

10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 18

10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 19

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Market Days Sponsored By: IBC Bank Christmas Tree Sponsored By: Whole Foods Market Shuttle Sponsored By: Capitol Chevrolet Thursday Photo Keepsake by the Tree Sponsor: St. David’s Healthcare

A Christmas Affair tickets are available for purchase online at www.jlaustin.org.

All tickets purchased before Nov. 15 will be e-tickets.

Subject to availability, tickets may be purchased at Palmer Events Center during the event.

All tickets are non-refundable and support the mission of The Junior League of Austin.

Coat check is available for $3.00.

Parking Free parking is available at Barton Creek

Square Mall with complimentary shuttle service to and from Palmer Events Center. Limited parking is available at Palmer Events Center for a fee. Parking is prohibited in the neighborhoods surrounding Palmer Events Center during the event.

Ticket Includes

A complimentary shuttle ride to and from Barton Creek Square Mall and Palmer Events Center.

Children five years old and under may enter at no charge during regular market hours. Tickets are required for special events and parties. Strollers and pull carts are not permitted inside Palmer Events Center.

For assistance purchasing tickets, please call (512) 888-9021 or email the Tickets Team at acatickets@jlaustin.org.

Coat Check Sponsored By: Tide Dry Cleaners Bar & Lounge Media Sponsor: Brides of Austin

Preview Party 150

per guest ticket required

Wednesday, Nov. 15 VIP Reception

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Private Shopping 7:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.

Kick off A Christmas Affair with the Preview Party private shopping event. Shop while we take you on a culinary journey enjoying hors d’oeuvres that reflect the “Four Corners” of fashion — the four cities around the world where Fashion Week is held — New York City, London, Milan, and Paris. Bid on fabulous packages including international trips, staycations, beautiful jewelry, and more at the silent auction. Capture your favorite memory in the photo booth or have your best haute holiday attire sketched by Vogue Vignette, and remember the night forever.

Reserved seating sponsorships: $2,000.

Catered by: Dagar’s Catering Attire: Red Carpet Ready

(Black Tie Optional) Preview Party Sponsored By: AT&T VIP Reception Sponsored By: Capitol Chevrolet Media Sponsor: Entercom Austin - Majic 95.5 & Mix 94.7

e h ULTIMATE

T

RAFFLE

WIN AN AUCTION ITEM OF YOUR CHOICE BEFORE THE PREVIEW PARTY Purchase two raffle tickets for $50 or five for $100 for your chance to win your top choice of the A Christmas Affair Preview Party auction items. Raffle tickets will be on sale online from November 1-15. The lucky winner will pick their favorite auction item on November 15. An email will be sent to all invitation recipients on November 1 with all the details.

Ladies’ Brunch Thursday, Nov. 16 9:00 a.m. - noon

Join us for a delicious brunch buffet and hot “Cocoa Chanel” catered by Kurant Events while enjoying three hours of private shopping before A Christmas Affair opens to the public. A reserved table for 10 can be purchased for $1,500.

Brunch Sponsored By: Brandywine Realty Trust Brunch Parking Sponsored By: Keller Williams Realty International Media Sponsor: iHeartMedia

Girls’ Night Out Thursday, Nov. 16

7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m.

Enjoy delicious treats and cocktails and dance to Austin’s own The Nightowls. Make a memory in the exciting photo booth. Purchase a surprise box from Kendra Scott and bid on silent auction items perfect for everyone on your list.

Ticket includes all-day access to market shopping.

Catered by:Word of Mouth Attire:Fashion Festive Entertainment by: The Nightowls

Media Sponsor: Austin Woman Magazine

Friday Cocktail Party Friday, Nov. 17

7:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m.

Bring your favorite snow bunny to our cozy and eventful ski lodge-themed soirée. Enjoy ski lodge favorites like burgers and cocktails while dancing to music provided

by DJ Reckshop and much, much s’more!

Ticket includes all-day access to market shopping.

Catered by: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

and The Mighty Cone Entertainment by: DJ Reckshop Attire: Mountain Chic Sponsored By: CenterPoint Energy Media Sponsor: Tribeza

Sunrise Sip and Shop Saturday, Nov. 18

8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.

It’s five o’clock somewhere! Enjoy private shopping for two hours before the Market opens to the public while sipping on a “fashion fizz” champagne cocktail.

Media Sponsor: Austin Way Magazine

Tween Party Saturday, Nov. 18 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Just for teens, tweens, and their moms. Put on a boa and some pearls for a fashion show with models of all ages and clothes by WORTH. Dance to tunes by DJ Johnny Bravo, strike a pose in the photo booth, enjoy various sweets, and make your very own bow to take home. Takes place upstairs in the Couture Café.

Catered by: Sterling Events Treats by: Nothing Bundt Cakes Attire: Fashion Forward

Media Sponsor: Emmis Radio - 93.3 KGSR & 103.5 BOB FM Austin

The Haute Tribe

Friday, Nov. 17

9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

35

Grab your tribe for breakfast with Santa.

A local favorite, Joe McDermott, will perform and a craft will be provided. A breakfast buffet will be served.

Fashionably Frozen 35 Saturday, Nov. 18

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Posh Pads

Sunday, Nov. 19

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Join Elsa and Anna as they dance to the music of the Que Pastas. Jennifer of Make it Sweet will teach a fun food craft.

A breakfast buffet will be served.

35 Be entertained by Staci Gray while the children decorate gingerbread houses with tips and tricks from Jennifer of Make it Sweet. A breakfast buffet will be served.

Children’s party ticket holders will have private access to Santa’s Corner for photos during events.

Breakfast &Lunch with Santa Sponsored by: Randalls Media Sponsor: SPIRIT Radio 105.9

Santa’s Fab Farm Friends 35 Sunday, Nov. 19

11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m.

Join Santa’s fabulous farm friends from the Tiny Tails Petting Zoo. Staci Gray will perform.

Lunch and a craft will be provided.

Santa’s Corner will be open and available for photographs during Breakfast and Lunch with Santa and during the following hours:

Friday, Nov. 17

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 18

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 19

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Photography packages are also available for sale online at www.jlaustin.org. Check or credit card only, no refunds.

Santa’s Corner Sponsored by: St. David’s Healthcare Media Sponsor: Austin Family Magazine

e r u t u o afĂŠ

16.50

per guest plus tax ticket required

Thursday, Nov. 16 noon - 2:00 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 17

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 18

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

C

Join us in our beautifully decorated tearoom and enjoy one of our mouth-watering menus, including fresh seasonal salads, warm soups, and entrees to satisfy even the most distinguished of taste buds.

While dining, enjoy entertainment by some of Austin’s best musicians. View daily menus at www.jlaustin.org.

Tickets are non-refundable.

Catered by Sterling Affairs Catering and Events Media Sponsor: Austin Monthly Magazine

Add Haute Holiday to your tree! Purchase a 2017 A Christmas Affair ornament designed exclusively for The Junior League of Austin by Christopher Radko.

The ornament can be pre-ordered online at www.jlaustin.org.

DECORATIONS RESALE Bring a piece of Haute Holiday home with you at our exclusive after market decorations sale held at The Junior League of Austin Headquarters:

Friday, Dec. 1

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 2

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 3

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Junior League of Austin’s Headquarters 5416 Parkcrest, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731

Pre-orders for decorations may be placed online at www.jlaustin.org or at the Decorations booth located in the southeast corner of the main tree at A Christmas Affair.

COMMITTEE Chair: Stacy Reed | Chair Elect: Lyndsey Crawford | Assistant To The Chair: Sarah Nigrini | Art/Design/Layout Co-Chairs: Stacey Chamberlain & Anna Geismar Hallmark | Art/Design/Layout Assistants: Ellie Falcao, Carissa Milam | Auction Co-Chairs: Ali Bills, Leslie Pardue, Elissa Pate | Auction Business Manager: Katherine DeFoe Auction Assistants: Alana Alexander, Megan Fescenmeyer, Ilissa Nolan | Children’s Events Co-Chairs: Malia Muir & Amanda Sharbutt Decorations Co-Chairs: Melissa Tait & Bethany Weigl | Decorations Business Manager: Emily Rice | Decorations Assistants: Meredith Ankenbauer, Ashley Collins, Whitney Klenzendorf, Libby Miller | Facility Chair: Paige Smith Morgan Hospitality Chair: Alisa Cohen Victoria | Hospitality Assistant: Susan Armstrong Fisher | Merchandise Chair: Beth Bowers | Merchandise Assistants: Ashley Bias, Jennifer Holt, Haley Marozas | Merchant Logistics Co-Chairs: Julia Null & Andrea Pratt | Merchant Logistics Assistants: Valerie Cavitt, Laura Cesaro, Patricia Ephlin, Jennifer Kalinowski, Elisabeth Spring | Parties Co-Chairs: Sheridan Butler & Blair Hunter | Parties Assistants: Amber Duke, Anaam Mahdi, Levente McCrary | Placement Co-Chairs: Hadley Hempel & Kari Smith Public Relations Chair: Lia Truitt | Public Relations Assistants: Rebecca Azari, Danielle Faulkner | Support Team Chair: Kirstin Harrell | Support Team Assistants: Ashley Anderson, Yael Rackley, Brittany Ward | Sustaining Advisors: Donna Cowling, Amy Hadju, Jenny Holm, Holly Mace Massingill, Gayle Vickers | Tearoom Co-Chairs: Lindsay Roberts & Jennifer Sutherland | Technology Project Managers: Mimi Braun & Natasha Tichelbaut | Tickets Co-Chairs: Alice Billingsley & Tedrah Robertson Tickets Assistants: Arielle Alviar, Berenice Craig, Tori Grady, Courtney Kees | Traffic & Security Chair: Flannery Bope | Traffic & Security Assistants: Staci Betzen, Caroline Dickerson, Erin Mooney, Mari Myers, Meredith Spears Co-Treasurers: Caitlin Bauer & Amanda Robertson