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CAPITALINES A PUBLICATION BY THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF AUSTIN

A Christmas Affair Issue WHAT’S IN STORE AT AUSTIN’S MOST ANTICIPATED HOLIDAY EVENT!

OVERHEARD AROUND AUSTIN The impact of the League straight from the mouths of the nonprofits we serve.

RAPID RESPONSE

Learn how The Junior League of Austin moves quickly to provide aid in the wake of natural disaster.

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From the Editor

by Tara Akins

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President’s Welcome

by Casie Wenmohs

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Rapid Response: Acting Fast in the Face of Crisis

by E.J. Zain

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From the A Christmas Affair Chair

by Holly Priestner

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The Greatest Gift of All: Coats for Kids

by Emily Laskowski

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Event Information: Parties and Children’s Events | Raffles | Market Day Hours | Tea Room

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Training Days Come Full Circle

by E.J. Zain

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A Christmas Affair Sponsors & The Junior League of Austin Donors

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Overheard Around Austin: Nonprofits Speak Out

by McKensie DeRocher

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From the Sustaining President

by KaLyn Laney

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Our Future Impact

by Emily Laskowski

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Merchant Map

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Merchant Directory

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Authentically Austin: Growing League, Growing City

by McKensie DeRocher

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The Junior League of Austin Programs & Community Projects

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Letter from the Editor

Capitalines Fall 2015 After becoming an Austinite in 2008, one of the first things I checked off the to-do-list was transfer my Junior League membership from Dallas to Austin. I knew that my desire to connect with the city and with community-minded women would be facilitated through The Junior League of Austin ( JLA). It didn’t take long for me to realize that the City of Austin and JLA are inextricably linked. While Austin experiences recordbreaking growth and undergoes enormous changes, The Junior League of Austin consistently evolves to meet new demands placed on our community.

In the Fall 2015 issue of Capitalines we focus on two of the League’s signature programs, Coats for Kids and A Christmas Affair, as we highlight the intrinsic value of these two events to our community. We also underscore ways that the League has engaged in an immediate impact through local and national disaster relief efforts. We examine the diversity, growth and future of our League as it parallels the shifting landscape of the City of Austin. In this issue you will gain insight and perspective on JLA from the lens of those who directly receive League funding and/or volunteer assistance. Finally, we feature the stories of two women whose JLA volunteer training and development later guided them on to positions of impact in Austin.

2015-2016 Capitalines Committee EDITOR Tara Akins EDITOR-ELECT Mary Quin Matteson HEAD WRITER Emily C. Laskowski WRITERS McKensie DeRocher E.J. Zain AD SALES CHAIR Andrea Bradford AD SALES ASSISTANTS

In addition to serving my community, one of the greatest aspects of volunteering with The Junior League of Austin is the time spent collaborating with other members and the friendships that last beyond our annual placements. This issue of Capitalines represents the collective effort of a hard-working and extremely talented group of women whom I am grateful to have had the opportunity to get to know. To my family, thank you for your constant love and encouragement.

For our readers, best wishes for a happy and peaceful holiday season. I hope you enjoy this issue and thank you for your support of The Junior League of Austin.

Tara Akins

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Jennifer Bernier Meredith DeLeon Corrinn Gingrich Ilissa Nolan DESIGN DIRECTOR Kendall Shiffler Guinn DESIGN ASSISTANT Sun Connor PHOTOGRAPHY COMMITTEE LIASON Emily Russell SUSTAINING ADVISORS Mary Henderson Beth Newton Photos by: Susan Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

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2015-2016 Board of Directors Back Row: (Left to Right) Rachel Zander, KaLyn Laney, Lisa Kaspar, Lyndsey Crawford, Leigh Edgar, Amy Hurt, Sarah Valenzuela, Casie Wenmohs, Ashley Kelm, Amanda Grantham, Alicia Robertson, Jolie Cypert, Melissa Threlkeld Seated: Lauren Price, Nicole Elliott, Heather Parsons, Michele Karp

Welcome

Letter from the President Because of patrons like you, The Junior League of Austin is able to make a difference in Central Texas every day. We alleviate hunger for 1,500 young students in Del Valle ISD through FIT – Food in Tummies. We help needy children stay warm through Coats for Kids. We support 32 nonprofit organizations across the city by providing volunteers and funding. Altogether, League members will give 130,000 hours of volunteer time this year, a true testament to The Strength of Women, The Power of Community!

On behalf of The Junior League of Austin, welcome to A Christmas Affair 2015, Twas’ the Night Before Christmas in Texas – Y’all!

In this, our 40th year of A Christmas Affair, The Junior League of Austin is very proud to host thousands of patrons for a festive holiday shopping experience. Truly, it is an Austin tradition like no other! We are extremely grateful to everyone who attends A Christmas Affair and to our generous sponsors and donors.

Thank you again for joining us for this very special event. I hope The 85 hard-working members of the A Christmas Affair you enjoy shopping with friends, preparing for the blessings of the Committee have been planning for holiday season and supporting the JLA months and months. They have created mission of developing the potential of an unforgettable experience for you! women, improving the community and Along with the committee members, over promoting voluntarism.

1000 League members will volunteer From my family to yours and with a nod their time at A Christmas Affair to to the famous Charles Dickens quote, make it a success. All of us are highly “Here’s to honoring Christmas in your motivated by the underlying reason we heart and trying to keep it all the year… hold this multi-day fundraising event. A Y’all!”

Christmas Affair, which is known for kicking off the holiday season in Austin, is the League’s primary fundraiser and the reason we are able to give back to the Central Texas community. This President spirit of giving is integral to the festive The Junior League of Austin atmosphere around Palmer Events Photos by: Susan Hoermann, Evergreen Studios Center November 18-22.

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Rapid Response

Acting Fast in the Face of Crisis by: E.J. ZAIN

$50,000 HURRICANE KATRINA 2005

In addition to providing volunteers and financial support to area nonprofit projects and programs, The Junior League of Austin (JLA) has distinguished itself as a nonprofit capable of mobilizing quickly. JLA has a proven track record of taking action when disaster strikes by providing emergency financial support to local and national disaster relief efforts.

It’s been 10 years since Hurricane Katrina, but the effects of the disaster are long lasting. Laura Wolf, President of JLA in August of 2005, recalls vividly, “Because so many New Orleans residents were evacuated to Austin, we knew that local nonprofits would see higher demands for their services and might not have the means, right away, to meet those demands. So we allocated $40,000 to a special fund to provide quick support to those organizations offering services to Katrina evacuees. We ended up giving 14 grants of approximately $3,000 each.”

Wolf worked with the JLA Board to put it up to a vote in which the membership overwhelmingly supported providing this assistance: “League members were rallied to volunteer in shifts with the Red Cross, giving immediate assistance, and back packs were filled for middle school students who found themselves in Austin without the proper school supplies right before the new school year.”

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assisting the evacuees and subsequently approved those to be funded. As the Community Assistance/Sponsorship Chair at the time, Morgen Hardin supervised the grants process, committing $10,000 to The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. (AJLI) for its Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund.

“It was an energizing experience to stand among a large group of women who can provide so much in the way of community support.”

After the vote was taken to assist Katrina victims, Wolf distinctly remembered the positive response. One member said, “I felt so proud to stand up and vote. It was an energizing experience to stand among a (very large) group of women who can provide so much in the way of community support." Another member said “There are so many of us who felt that the $100 or so we gave was nothing in comparison to what was needed—I felt like being a part of a $50,000 gift was very poignant, thinking of what the ‘power of community’ truly means.”

The next major disaster relief effort that JLA supported was the result of devastating fires just southeast of Austin. From September 4, 2011, to October 10, 2011,

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what is now known as the Bastrop County Fires seared a record on the state history books as the most destructive wildfire in Texas history. JLA looked back at what was done before and committed to the Disaster Relief Fund, using the same guidelines used for Katrina. Hardin, who served as 2011-2012 JLA President, recalled that while the applications were not so many, the opportunity was publicized to our community partners. A total of $8,000 was approved and administered by the JLA. This year, what has been named “The Memorial Day Floods” washed through Austin and other Texas cities. According to the National Weather Service, an estimated 35 trillion gallons of rain fell in the month of May, making it the wettest month in our state history. At least thirty people went missing due to flash flooding. Property damage to homes, cars and infrastructure devastated areas in and around Austin.

JLA gave $2,500 to the American Red Cross and $2,500 to the Austin Disaster Relief Network during the May 26th Board Meeting to help fund emergency aid. JLA President Casie Wenmohs said, “The JLA is thinking long term about potentially setting up some emergency grant funding related to this flooding. The Community Council is discussing that, as well as the possibility of offering disaster relief volunteer training in the future.”

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The Greatest Gift of All

Coats for Kids by: BY EMILY C. LASKOWSKI

Over the past 28 years, Coats for Kids (CFK) has distributed more than 750,000 winter coats to kids in need in the Austin area. This holiday season will mark its 29th year in Austin, and in those almost three decades there has been no shortage of Austinites donating coats, receiving coats or both.

CKF relies on volunteers to organize coat drives, sort coats during sorting week and help distribute coats on Distribution Day. “It’s amazing to see the volunteers—both those in The Junior League of Austin and not—come together to serve our community and guarantee that children will have warm coats for the winter months,” says Elizabeth Worley, a native Austinite and JLA Active member.

“Nothing quite warms your heart more than seeing a child leave happy and smiling!”

“The first year I was on the Coats for Kids committee, I went to get lunch and was wearing my Coats for Kids shirt and hat in the drivethrough,” explains Courtney Clark, this year’s CFK Chair for The Junior League of Austin (JLA). “The woman at the window got all excited.

She told me that when she was a kid, she used to get her winter coats there every year. Now, she’s a mom herself. She said she’s lucky enough that she can afford to buy coats for her kids, and she gave me her spare change as a donation.”

JLA first partnered with CFK in 1997. Brought to Austin by Jack Brown Cleaners in 1984, Coats for Kids succeeds with the help of its partners, which include KVUE and 98.1 KVET in addition to the JLA. “We have the pleasure of witnessing, on a firsthand basis, the outpouring of kindness from our viewers, coupled with the joy of those accepting, as we collect and distribute these coats,” says Patti C. Smith, President and General Manager of KVUE. “To know that the combined efforts of our viewers, The Junior League of Austin, Jack

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Brown Cleaners, KVET and KVUE has had such a positive effect on the lives of those in need is incredibly rewarding.”

This enormous effort improves the holiday season for kids and families throughout Austin. Although it sometimes takes a few months for the cold weather to arrive in Central Texas, a lack of a coat when needed often results in kids missing school, which has its own domino effect of consequences.

“Even though Austin does not get as cold as other parts of the USA, we felt our company aligned well with the program and the need was present,” says Paul Brown, President of Jack Brown Cleaners. “Collecting, cleaning and distributing more than 750,000 winter coats over the past 28 years has kept the children of Central Texas warm from the heart.”

Del Valle Independent School District is one of Coats for Kids’ biggest supporters and will be participating in CFK for its ninth year.

“We are honored and proud to partner with The Junior League of Austin to serve our families,” says Celina Bley, Director of Communications and Community Relations for Del Valle ISD. “A warm and durable winter coat is needed every year for thousands of our students.”

JLA credits the steadfast support of its partners and volunteers with championing CFK each holiday season.

While coats and jackets remain the focus of Coats for Kids, JLA is committed to doing even more.

“We continue to grow and adapt to stay relevant to the community,” says Clark.

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Father and son share in the excitement of finding a warm coat. (Above) A little girl tries on her new coat for the first time. (Inset)

meet the needs of families.”

Recent additions to CFK include the distribution of coats at a second site in Del Valle. JLA research showed that some families had a hard time getting to Palmer Events Center. CFK also added a Community Fair that provides additional services and information for families.

“The Community Fair really shined last year,” says Clark. “The kids got to pick out books; they had vision screenings. Families were able to access information from health nonprofits and other organizations.”

JLA credits the steadfast support of its partners and volunteers with championing CFK each holiday season.

“Thanks to our amazing partnership with Jack Brown Cleaners, we can get 35,000 coats cleaned and ready for children who need them,” says Clark. “And our media partners, KVUE and 98.1 KVET, help us get donors and volunteers, as well as spread the word to families who might need a coat.”

For volunteers and partners alike, the experience is rewarding year in and year out.

“It’s been an honor to partner with The Junior League of Austin and Jack Brown Cleaners

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on Coats for Kids,” says Smith. “At KVUE, we consider the collection and distribution of thousands of coats to kids in need as one of the most rewarding and important initiatives we undertake at the station.”

And for those receiving coats, CFK continues to be much more than just picking out a coat.

“The majority of our volunteers are Del Valle ISD staff members and their families who come every year because they know that this is not only a valuable service for our students, but that the program is a well-oiled machine where their time is spent working one-onone with families,” says Bley in discussing the smaller, satellite coat distribution site in Del Valle. "Our students and parents appreciate receiving their coats from their teachers, principals, bus drivers and—of course—the generous and always-smiling ladies of The Junior League of Austin.”

When cold temperatures take hold of Austin, whether it’s in November or February, a coat is a necessity. Shivering in the cold while waiting for the bus is not what we want for our kids. But thanks to Coats for Kids, Austinites and JLA members alike know exactly what to do with a spare coat come holiday season.

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Training Success Stories

Courtney Read Hoffman, JLA Sustaining Member, Owner of CRH Consulting

Full Circle How The Junior League of Austin's impact in the community is strengthened through its emphasis on membership training and development. by: E.J. ZAIN Fall 2015

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Mary Harriman, a 19-year-old New York City debutante with a social conscience, founded the first Junior League in 1901. Moved by the suffering she saw around her, Harriman mobilized a group of 80 other young women, hence the name “Junior” League, to work to improve the squalid conditions in which immigrants were living on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Harriman’s vision for improving communities by using the energy and commitment of trained volunteers inspired others around the country.

The second Junior League was started in Boston, Massachusetts in 1907 and was soon followed by the founding of the Brooklyn, New York Junior League in 1910.

as our placement together that following summer and her daughter was able to join with other kids her age. It was an invaluable experience for all of us and it was clear I’d found something I’m extremely passionate about—helping to find a cure to turn Type 1 into Type NONE!” She added, “Camp Bluebonnet impacts the community by allowing kids with Type 1 Diabetes to enjoy camp in a fun and safe environment without the worry of being the only one who has to check for high and low levels of blood sugar. Volunteer medics are assigned to each age group who tests everyone as part of their normal schedule and are prepared to help any child needing assistance.”

Harris smiled when reminiscing about the week-long camp for which she took off from her job at Dell to volunteer. “Parents can send their T1 D child to camp feeling assured that they would be safe and it helps the kids realize they are not alone. Great friendships bloom and it’s something they look forward to year after year,” Harris recounted as the many benefits of the program.

Crystal Harris, JLA Active Member and

In The Junior League of Austin (JLA), our members continue this tradition of meaningful community service.

Many JLA members capitalize on invaluable volunteer training experiences and go on to use their new knowledge in nonprofit leadership positions and in their careers. Crystal Harris is a perfect example. Harris has had opportunities to work with women who have a passion for leadership and community Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Board Member with fellow JLA volunteers involvement, but it was through The Junior Yet another example of a League member at Camp Bluebonnet League of Austin that she was able to get the who put her volunteer training to use for training she sought to hone her leadership skills. While the good of the community is Courtney Read serving on the JLA Researchers Committee in 2012 and 2013, Hoffman. In 1985 the Texas Legislature passed a bill for all she gained tremendous insight into numerous nonprofit needs. public schools to identify and treat students with dyslexia, but the The Researchers Committee reviews the applications submitted infrastructure of Austin Independent School District (AISD) at the by local nonprofits requesting volunteers, funds or both. Harris time could not support the demand. The Junior League of Austin described her role as an eye-opening experience. “Being a part of provided volunteers, deeming it a placement for members with a Researchers for two years gave me an all-in view of the behind-thedegree in education—namely, teachers. JLA Sustaining Member scenes process for JLA and for the nonprofits who apply. I highly Hoffman stepped up to take that placement as a former AISD school recommend every JLA member place with Researchers at least teacher. ALTA (The Academic Language Therapy Association), as a once,” Harris emphasized. nonprofit dedicated to the remediation of written language skills, trained Hoffman and many other volunteers to assist the school Through JLA, Harris followed her passion and developed her district with identifying and supporting dyslexic children. Hoffman strengths as a leader. She now serves as a board member for added, “Back then there wasn’t a formal statewide system to gauge the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and as a fundraising the effect of the law.” project chair for the foundation’s Hope for the Holidays gala. Prior to this position, she volunteered with different organizations to help Fast forward to 2009, the 81st Texas Legislature enacted House Bill identify what it was that resonated with her beliefs of volunteerism 461, relating to the regulation of dyslexia therapists and dyslexia and supporting the community. “As a project chair for Settlement practitioners, and the bill was signed by Governor Rick Perry on June Home for Girls Run Club, and then Camp Bluebonnet for two years, 21, 2009. As a lobbyist and owner of a consulting business, Hoffman as well as Researchers, I built a network of amazing people who I was instrumental in making sure laws like these were passed. can reach out to for support—many of whom are now dear friends.”

She is now the owner of CRH Consulting, a professional lobbyist She had heard of Camp Bluebonnet and T1 D (Type 1 Diabetes) and consulting firm. When asked how her past training prepared her how JLA supported the organization. It was especially meaningful she said, “Today, some of the same people who trained me in that to her to increase her understanding of the disease when a college placement are the ones I represent at the Capitol. Full Circle!” friend’s (and fellow League member’s) four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with it in October 2008. “We selected Camp Bluebonnet Fall 2015

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Overheard Around Austin

Nonprofits Speak Out by: MCKENSIE DEROCHER

We asked staff members at the League's nonprofit projects how The Junior League of Austin helps support their mission and goals in the Central Texas area. Here is what they said.

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“Austin would not be Austin without the Junior League. The impact these powerful women have on our organization will echo throughout eternity! That simple!”

The Junior League of Austin (JLA) works with a diverse roster of nonprofit organizations across the Central Texas community that addresses a wide range of community needs. Resources that the League provides are in the form of volunteer time and/or funding. With continued membership growth, the League was able to surpass the 29 nonprofits supported last year to 32 this year. Two new nonprofits working with the League this year are the Shoal Creek Conservancy and Texas Humane Heroes. Over 400 volunteers and in excess of $330,000 in funding has been allocated to the League’s community project efforts this year alone.

Alan Graham, President, Mobile Loaves & Fishes “Not only was The Junior League of Austin the very first funder helping to get CASA of Travis County started back in 1985, but the League has continued over the last 30 years to believe in our vision of a trained CASA volunteer to speak up for the best interest of every child in Austin who’s been abused or neglected. League members are powerful advocates for children and it is fitting that an organization like CASA, whose mission is to train and empower volunteers to help children in need, has been so well-supported by The Junior League of Austin, with its mission of voluntarism.”

Laura D. Wolf, JD, Executive Director, CASA of Travis County

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The Junior League of Austin is renowned for its culture of volunteerism and philanthropy, and The Arc of the Capital Area benefits greatly from its stellar volunteer program. From one-day projects to special events to ongoing programs, the women of JLA contribute their time and talent, which helps our staff implement our innovative programs for Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The generosity of JLA as well as the volunteers’ commitment to and respect for the underserved people who rely on The Arc of the Capital Area builds a stronger community for all of us. We could not be more grateful for JLA’s support.”

Leslie J. Archambault, Director of Development & Marketing, The Arc of the Capital Area

JLA volunteers at the Sustainable Food Center

“The Junior League of Austin volunteers have been critical in meeting the vision for ZACH Theatre. JLA members are among our most dedicated and hard-working volunteers, and our productions simply could not happen without them! JLA volunteers are often the very first individuals our patrons interact with when visiting the theatre, ensuring that all patrons are seated correctly and on time, visit the photo booth or gift shop and know about our postshow meet and greets with the actors. It’s the difference between a good versus an extraordinary visit to the theatre, and every day The Junior League of Austin is helping us introduce children and families to theatre for the first time or create theatre experiences that encourage dialogue and discussion among our community.

They are a vital part of this process, and we are deeply grateful of their service to ZACH and Central Texas.”

Kimberly Theodore Sidey, Associate Director of Development, ZACH Theatre “Without our League Volunteers’ indispensable contributions of professionalism, compassion and commitment, Animal Trustees of Austin would not be able to provide our very low-cost veterinary services to the needy pets and clients of Austin, making a difference in the lives of every cat and dog (and their guardians) who enter our doors. “

JLA volunteers help prepare for the Austin Child Guidance Center Fundraiser

“Austin Children’s Shelter (ACS) is proud to be a longstanding community partner with The Junior League of Austin (JLA). We are grateful for their generosity – both in terms of their financial support for our programs and the tireless efforts and unwavering commitment of their volunteers, who have been especially instrumental in helping us further our mission of protecting and healing victims of child abuse and neglect. For many years, The Junior League of Austin and its members have dedicated funds and countless hours to support programs across the entire ACS continuum of services, including our child abuse prevention programs, child development and family support center and residential programs. JLA volunteers have been an integral part of our success and a stable and consistent influence for our youth.

It is because of their dedication to building a better community that we are able to care for the most vulnerable children across Central Texas.”

Laura J. Kay, Director of Volunteer Services, Animal Trustees of Austin “The Junior League of Austin has brought us volunteers who have contributed significantly to Girls Empowerment Network through direct service with high-risk girls, leadership, expanding our network and helping us to learn how to be an excellent partner to community groups. The grant has afforded us a Volunteer Manager position which has transformed our organization and our reach in the community. We feel as though we have learned as much from The Junior League of Austin volunteers who have come through our organization as they have from us and our girls. We are a better organization because of The Junior League of Austin.”

Stacy Bruce, VP Austin Children’s Shelter

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Our Future Impact by: EMILY C. LASKOWSKI

The Junior League of Austin (JLA) has never lacked ambition in wanting to make a difference. This year, it’s committed to finding ways to impact the community like never before.

We’ve learned that JLA has already impacted the Austin-area in a number of different ways. Now, we want to consider how we might focus our influence to shape, improve and affect targeted changes in our community.

“While the JLA does not currently use an impact area model for serving the community, we are thinking about how we could start building one,” says The Junior League of Austin President Casie Wenmohs. “The first step is looking at existing JLA projects and programs in context of the issues being addressed and having a conversation about that. We also want to inform our members so they can articulate the impact they are having as individuals.”

Each year, JLA invests thousands of volunteer hours in local nonprofits and programs. This year, more than 1,300 JLA Active and Provisional members will provide more than 130,000 volunteer hours to our community.

Part of the JLA’s goal for the future is to remain a valued leader in the community.

In addition to the volunteer service that JLA members contribute to the community, The Junior League of Austin has provided millions of dollars over the years to fund programs and nonprofits that improve the overall wellbeing of our community.

The Junior League of Austin is no stranger to growth. Along with our growing city, part of our goal for the future is to remain a valued leader in the community. By considering ways to focus, plan or improve our impact capabilities, we are responding to the constantly-changing world around us. So bring on 2016—we’ll be ready!

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Authentically Austin

Growing League, Growing City by: MCKENSIE DEROCHER

Much like the recent population boom in Austin and surrounding communities, The Junior League of Austin’s (JLA) membership is also experiencing year-over-year growth.

Admitted as the 123rd League in 1934 and currently ranked 4th largest by membership size with the Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc., the League continues to recruit new members and expand its footprint across the Central Texas community. With a current membership of more than 2,560, the League experienced a 13 percent membership increase over last year and saw its largest Provisional (new member) enrollment growth rate measured in the past 10 years at 56 percent.

Membership growth has a direct positive impact. More members equates to more resources, which allows the League the opportunity to provide greater support for its community nonprofit projects, in addition to expanding Signature Impact Programs. For example, the League is supporting 32 community projects this year compared to 29 last year and the FIT Food In Tummies program was expanded from one Del Valle Independent School District school (Baty Elementary School) to two (Hillcrest Elementary School) in the 2011-2012 school year due to increased funding and volunteers.

With our membership as eclectic as the Austin music and restaurant scene, JLA members represent every major community in the Greater Austin area. From mothers to GEORGETOWN lawyers, lobbyists, teachers, realtors, doctors, writers, LEANDER executives and artists to ROUND ROCK name a few, the diversity of the membership brings a vast array of perspectives and skill sets. With such a diverse MANOR LAKEWAY membership, training and educational opportunities AUSTIN abound, making JLA a center of learning, leadership and development.

BUDA

Junior League of Austin Members

by Zipcode 1-5 6 - 15 16 - 24

SAN MARCOS

25 - 49 50 - 88 89 - 137 138 - 405

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The League’s membership growth has necessitated a new headquarters. The Breaking Ground…Building On A Legacy Campaign is an initiative to raise $10 million to build JLA’s new headquarters.

The Community Impact Center will afford the space

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needed to promote the ongoing leadership, learning and volunteering efforts for JLA members. Nestled on Bluffstone Drive near Spicewood Springs Road and Capital of Texas Highway in the northwest Austin area, the Community Impact Center will be a 48,000-square-foot facility on a 10.2-acre campus and will feature: •

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Community events room-a flexible auditorium space that can be divided or used to entertain 450 in banquet seating Catering kitchen Signature Impact Rooms for the FIT - Food in Tummies and Coats for Kids programs Dedicated fundraising space for A Christmas Affair Outdoor veranda Sustainer gathering space Member working area with Wi-Fi Parking for 320 cars, including a 3-story garage

The League is currently working on construction drawings with a goal of breaking ground during the 2016-2017 League year. As of mid-August 2015, the League has exceeded 66 percent of the $10 million goal. Parties interested in contributing to the Breaking Ground…

Building On A Legacy Campaign should visit the “Support Us” tab on www.jlaustin.org.

Women interested in joining The Junior League of Austin should visit the “Get Involved” tab on www.jlaustin.org.

There will be two admissions meetings in January 2016. Attending one of these meetings is mandatory to join. Please contact admissions@jlaustin.org at any time with questions. www.jlaustin.org

Programs & Community Projects

Building Better Communities Community Projects

The Junior League of Austin (JLA) provides volunteers and funding to area nonprofits for the benefit and enrichment of the Austin community and the development and education of League volunteers. Last year nearly 1,000 League members provided thousands of volunteer hours to the League’s community projects and programs. The JLA has also provided millions of dollars over the years to fund programs and nonprofits that improve the overall well-being 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.

2015-2016 JLA COMMUNITY IMPACT By the Numbers

130,000+ VOLUNTEER HOURS

2,500

JLA MEMBERS

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COMMUNITY PROJECTS

$769,857

DONATED TO COMMUNITY PROJECTS + PROGRAMS Fall 2015

Volunteers

Funds

Animal Trustees of Austin

16

Austin Children’s Shelter

14

Austin Humane Society

25

Austin Smiles

10

Austin Zoo & Animal Sanctuary

16

$9,495

BookSpring

20

$20,000

Breakthrough Austin

15

$15,100

CASA of Travis County

11

$25,000

Center for Survivors of Torture

20

$13,590

Children’s Diabetes Camp of Central Texas

16

$18,500

City of Austin Cultural Arts Division

10

Dress for Success Austin

11

Drive a Senior Network

67

Friends of Austin State Supported Living Center

10

$7,100

GEN Austin

10

$18,000

Meals on Wheels and More

6

$13,000

Mobile Loaves and Fishes

24

$25,000

Mother’s Milk Bank at Austin

16

$25,000

Partnerships for Children

13

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas

20

$11,000

SafePlace

9

$15,000

Shoal Creek Conservancy

7

$5,500

Sustainable Food Center

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Texas Humane Heroes

6

$4,322

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid

15

$15,612

Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

13

The Arc of the Capital Area

13

The Christi Center

6

The Settlement Home for Children

15

$6,497

The Thinkery

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$15,000

Westcave Preserve

9

$14,615

ZACH Theatre

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$25,000 $25,000

$3,304

Programs of The Junior League of Austin Coats for Kids

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Done-in-a-Day

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FIT - Food In Tummies

334

Playhouse Singers

44

$250

Spanish Immersion “Si”

12

$5,000

UT Spring Project

2

$2,000

974

$769,857

Con Mi MADRE Scholarships TOTAL 2015-2016 Community Volunteers & Contributions

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$139,148 $290,824

$2,000

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A Christmas Affair Since 1976

MAKING THE HOLIDAYS

Merry and Bright Now in its 40th year, A Christmas Affair continues to bring joy to friends, families and those in need. by: EMILY C. LASKOWSKI

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This year marks the 40th anniversary of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair (ACA). What once started as a small event at the Driskill Hotel is now an Austin holiday institution, with more than 200 merchants and over 20,000 loyal shoppers who converge on the Palmer Events Center in late November. For many, ACA signals the beginning of the holiday season. For countless Austin organizations, it’s the source of financial assistance that will support them through a new year.

of whom have been part of A Christmas Affair before. “We love participating in A Christmas Affair because we know our participation helps The Junior League of Austin raise funds for many needed programs in our community,” says Amanda Bates, owner of Austin-based pie shop Tiny Pies. “Since we ship our pies nationally and A Christmas Affair attendees come from all over the state, it’s been great for us to introduce our products to folks outside of the Austin-area.”

Another major asset of JLA is its impressive network of Sustainers, former Active members that still support JLA (but in an advisory capacity). “Our Sustainers are unbelievable,” says Priestner. “They continue to offer guidance, support, donations and volunteer hours. A Christmas Affair is truly an all-JLA-hands-on-deck event!”

More than anything else, ACA reminds Austinites that it’s the season to give. Whether it’s the charming hustle and bustle of finding gifts for loved ones, the overwhelming support of volunteers or the heartwarming fact that just being at ACA helps those in need, The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair has enough holiday spirit to last us the whole year through.

“We haven't missed A Christmas Affair in almost 20 years.”

The timing of ACA, generally the week before In 2014, ACA netted over $700,000 in Thanksgiving, is perfect for most vendors revenue. The majority of that revenue starting the holiday retail season. “We take assists community projects and programs. hundreds of pre-orders for Thanksgiving pies,” “Our most important goal is to raise as adds Bates. “We love A Christmas Affair!”

-Bill Koen much money as possible while providing While there are always new or first-time vendors Joe Koen & Son Jewelers the most amazing shopping experience in our participating in ACA each year, there are also many community,” says this year’s A Christmas Affair longtime vendors that have since become some of JLA’s Committee Chair, Holly Priestner. Since organizations biggest supporters. rely on annual financial support from The Junior League of Austin “One of the foundations that our family business was built on is (JLA), it is critical that the event brings back shoppers each year. giving back to our great city and community,” says Bill Koen of Joe This year, 32 local nonprofit organizations will benefit from A Koen & Son Jewelers. “We are proud to say that we have continued Christmas Affair. The reason that so much of the event revenue this tradition through four generations of Koens, and this is why we can go straight to these organizations is because ACA is powered have chosen to support The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas by volunteers. All Active and Provisional JLA members donate their Affair.” time to volunteer for ACA. It’s their commitment to the success The impact to the community is just one of the many reasons of this event, whether it’s serving on the year-long committee to vendors, volunteers and shoppers look forward to contributing to organize and plan the event itself; helping with preparations in the ACA year after year. In addition to the rewarding experience it gives months, weeks and days leading up to the event; or taking on one us all, it boosts business for our vendors, helps shoppers fulfill their of the numerous jobs needed throughout the five-day event, that holiday gift lists and is truly the most joyous and jolly holiday event allows us to make such a positive impact on the community. of the season.

“A Christmas Affair is the only JLA program where every single “We have a complete blast at A Christmas Affair,” says Koen. “I’ve Active member volunteers together,” says Priestner. “The support told friends and clients for years that even if we did not sell one and dedication of the entire Active membership coupled with single thing all week long, it would still be worth it to us to be there— the incredible passion and creativity of the A Christmas Affair and we haven’t missed A Christmas Affair in almost 20 years.”

Committee ensures success.”

This year, A Christmas Affair will kick off on November 18 with its much-anticipated Preview Party. “We cannot wait to unveil the new Preview Party format,” says Priestner. “This year, we will welcome attendees to a 90-minute private shopping event followed by a dinner that will include a live auction and other fundraising opportunities.”

Market Days, ACA’s main feature, will take place November 19 through November 22 with more than 200 merchants—many

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Letter from the Chair

A Christmas Affair 2015

The Junior League of Austin could not have a more committed group of volunteers dedicated to creating an over-the-top customer shopping experience while mindfully watching every expense and creatively incorporating new fundraising ideas. Your vision, energy and service proudly reflect the core mission of The Junior League of Austin.

Photo by: Susan Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

It is an honor to welcome you to the 40th annual The Junior League of Austin A Christmas Affair, Twas’ the Night Before Christmas in Texas – Y’all!

We are excited to kick off the holiday season Texas style with more than 200 carefully selected merchants in our holiday market and eight special events, all taking place in a ranch chic setting. As you explore A Christmas Affair, be sure to capture the moments that make the holidays so sweet – the sparkle in children’s eyes as they earnestly visit with Santa, the feeling of triumph when you discover the perfect gift for your best friend or the blissful moments spent with friends hitting the dance floor, munching on brunch or shopping.

To our loyal A Christmas Affair attendees, we thank you for making our 40-year tradition part of your holiday traditions!

Your participation in A Christmas Affair is what enables The Junior League of Austin to carry forth the meaningful projects that are featured in this magazine. Because of your support, we are able to make a significant impact!

This year’s theme is inspired by a book read to me as a child by my Grandmother Sunshine, Twas’ the Night Before Christmas in Texas That Is. I was blessed with two grandmothers who taught me everything I needed to know to be part of The Junior League of Austin: have a determined spirit set on serving others. It is humbling to be part of our 2,500-member League, made up of strong women who inspire me every day by what we accomplish together in the Austin community!

We appreciate your celebrating with us and wish you a happy holiday season – y’all!

r e n t s e i Pr y l l o H

To the 85 Active and Sustaining members who serve on the 2015 A Christmas Affair Committee – you are AMAZING!

2015 A Christmas Affair Chair

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A Christmas Affair

2015 Presenting Committee Holly Priestner Chair Leslie Moore Chair-Elect Committee: Ashley Anderson, Keri Bellacosa Walling, Samantha Bernstein, Melody Birdsong, Hayden Blood, Lyndsay Bradley, Robin Burch, Heather Campbell, Alisa Cohen Victoria, Andrea Coles, Erin Cook, Priscilla Cortez, Karah Dalton, Courtney Dickey, Emily Doran, Courtney Duesing, Stephanie Edgar, Melissa Edwards, Elizabeth Elias, Samantha Fechtel, Kaylea Findeisen, Ashley Fischer, Kimberly Galloway, Leslie Gandy, Amy Goins, Courtney Groves, Frances Hansen, Dana Harris, Laura Hayes, Liz Heyl, Marlinda Hinojosa, Amy Hudson, Aynsley Interiano, Rachel Irvin, Andrea Jacobs, Rebecca Johnson, Natalie

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Kifer, Rachel Lasseter-Lommel, Claudia Legarreta, Kelle Masters, Stephanie McArthur, Jackie McDonald, Candice Mendoza, Elizabeth Miller, Leslie Moore, Sharon Morgan, Sarah Nigrini, Julia Null, Doran Oatman, Katie Ogden, Anne Oitzinger, April Phillips, Holly Priestner, Shelley Rutherford, Selena Saucedo, Amanda Sharbutt, Natalie Sheridan, Megan Toone, Ann Townsend, Katie Turner, Cynthia Valadez-Mata, Katie Walker, Kimberly Wereley, Krista White, Jennifer Williams, Sara Willis, Roxanne Wilson, Arden Wimberly, Sarah Wolfe, Meredith Young, Jordan Zecher Sustaining Advisors: Kelly Breeden, Paula Chaney, Donna Cowling, Karen DeFiore, Beth Fahey, Betsy Fredrickson, Trish Koester, Holly Mace Massingill, Nancy Prideaux, Gayle Vickers, Nancy Wade, Laura Wolf

Photos by : Susan Hoermann, Evergreen Studios

A Christmas Affair is the The Junior League of Austin’s largest fundraiser. We extend a huge thank you to all the sponsors, donors, merchants and volunteers who have worked to make this year’s A Christmas Affair event a success.

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Party Time!

Ruckus ‘Round the Christmas Tree Preview Party

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Wednesday, November 18, 2015 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. – Private Shopping 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. – Dinner & Live Auction Tickets – $150 Attire – Texas Tux

Kick off A Christmas Affair with the Preview Party private shopping and dinner event! Play to win a $3,000 diamond surprise donated by Diamonds Direct. Take home a package from our live auction hosted by auctioneer Chris Hoskins.

Catered by The Salt Lick

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Thursday, November 19, 2015 9:00 a.m. – Noon Tickets – $60 Attire – Sunday Brunch

Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet and 3 hours of private shopping before A Christmas Affair opens to the public!

Catered by Kurant Events Sponsors: Media Sponsors: Clear Channel and Austin Way

Friday Date Night

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Boots ‘n’ Bling Girls Night Out

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Brunch

Rockin’ Rodeo

Sponsors: Preview Party Sponsor: AT&T Media Sponsor: Austin Monthly Private Shop Media Sponsor: Emmis Radio Exclusive Diamond Sponsor: Diamonds Direct

THUR

Texas Tea By The Tree

Thursday, November 19, 2015 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Tickets - $50 Attire – Denim, Diamonds & Boots

Grab your girlfriends, boots and sparkle to dance the night away at our private Girls Night Out party! The event features a tasty buffet, Kendra Scott pick-a-package and photo fun with Trailer Booth Photography.

Catered by The Peached Tortilla Entertainment by Radiostar Sponsors: Girls Night Out Sponsor: Texas Fertility Center Media Sponsor: Austin Woman Magazine

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Friday, November 20, 2015 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Tickets – $50 Attire – Cowboy/Cowgirl Chic

Find your partner and hurry down to our Friday Night Date Party. Find your inner cowboy or cowgirl by saddling up for 8-seconds on a mechanical bull!

Other highlights include a delicious buffet, silent auction and the wine raffle drawing.

Catered by Chi’lantro Entertainment by Tessy Lou and the Shotgun Stars Sponsors: Date Night Sponsor: Wells Fargo Media Sponsor: Tribeza Stage Sponsor: Stubb’s Bar-B-Q Sauce Company Mechanical Bull Sponsor: Vicki and Fred Wilkerson

Children’s Events Jingle Y’all The Way Breakfast with Santa

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Friday, November 20, 2015 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Tickets - $28

Rudolph’s Roundup Breakfast with Santa

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Saturday, November 21, 2015 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Tickets - $28

Come jingle with jams from the Que Pastas and learn how to “play” with food! Austin’s award winning baker, Jennifer of Make it Sweet, will be on hand to offer a mini-class featuring fun food crafts. Breakfast buffet provided. Ticket includes a music download from the Que Pastas.

Join beloved children’s musician Joe McDermott and Rudolph for a rockin’ ruckus. Each family will receive a CD from Joe along with a bonus music offering. Children will enjoy crafts, breakfast and a chocolate milk bar.

Sponsors: Breakfast Sponsor: Randalls Media Sponsor: Spirit Radio

Sponsors: Breakfast Sponsor: Randalls Media Sponsor: Spirit Radio

Breakfast for the Buckaroos

The Gilded Antler Tea

Breakfast with Santa

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Tickets - $28

Come raise the barn or just a gingerbread house! Each child will have the opportunity to decorate their own house with a little help from Austin’s award winning baker, Jennifer of Make it Sweet! Musical entertainment provided by Austin’s own Staci Gray.

Sponsors: Breakfast Sponsor: Randalls Media Sponsor: Spirit Radio

Afternoon Tea with Santa

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Sunday, November 22, 2015 Noon – 2:00 p.m.

Tickets - $35

A delightful tea with bite-sized treats for the little ones and big ones too.

Join us for storytime with Mrs. Claus and Rudolph followed by a very special performance from the Zach Scott Pre-Professional Company. A special takehome craft for each child will ensure that the memories of Santa’s tea will live on for years to come!

The Children’s Events kick-off The Junior League of Austin’s Coats for Kids coat drive. We encourage your child to bring a new or gently used coat to donate.

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The Basics

Market Information Market Days

Ticket Information

Thursday, November 19 | Noon - 9:00 p.m.

A Christmas Affair tickets are available for purchase online at www.JLAUSTIN.org through November 13. Tickets will be mailed within seven days of receipt of order.

Friday, November 20 | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 21 | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 22 | 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For orders placed after November 6, tickets will be held at Will Call at Palmer Events Center.

Tickets: $15 per day

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

Market Days Sponsor: IBC Bank

Parking

Coat check is available for $3.00 per item.

Paid parking is available at Palmer Events Center. Parking is available at Barton Creek Square Mall with complimentary shuttle service to and from Palmer Events Center.

Parking is prohibited within the neighborhoods surrounding Palmer Events Center during A Christmas Affair.

Shuttle Sponsor: Keller Williams Realty International

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

Browse more than 200 carefully selected local and national merchants.

Children five years and under may enter at no charge during regular market hours. Tickets are required for special events and parties.

Please, strollers and pullcarts are not permitted inside Palmer Events Center.

A Surprise Treat!

Pick-a-Package Stop by the main tree during A Christmas Affair to purchase a pick-a-package for $50. Each package contains gift cards from A Christmas Affair merchants valued between $100 to $200.

For assistance purchasing tickets, please call (512) 8889021 or email the Tickets Team at ACATICKETS@JLAUSTIN. ORG. Sponsors: Coat and Bag Check Sponsor: RetailMeNot A Christmas Affair Tree Sponsor: Whole Foods Market Merchant Hospitality Dock & Lounge Sponsor: Corner Bakery Cafe Driskill Lounge and Bar Sponsor: Bank of America

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Tea Room Menu Join us in our beautifully decorated tea room and enjoy one of our mouth-watering menus, which includes fresh seasonal salads, warm soups and entrees fit to satisfy even the most distinguished of taste buds.

Thursday November 19, 2015

Friday, November 20, 2015

Saturday November 21, 2015

Noon - 2:00 p.m.

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

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

Sterling Salad-Fresh greens, sweet red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes and red onions tossed in a classic balsamic dressing and topped with feta cheese and toasted pecans.

Classic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup accompanied with a freshly baked garlic bread stick

Winter Spinach Salad-Fresh baby spinach, red onions, dried cranberries and walnuts tossed in strawberry balsamic vinaigrette

Served with choice of entree A Classic Autumn Meatloaf with home-style gravy, mashed potatoes and fresh lemon steamed broccoli Or Red Bell Pepper stuffed with saffron infused quinoa served with roasted potatoes and fresh lemon steamed broccoli

Served with choice of entree Chilled Citrus Salad- Fresh mixed greens, pine nuts and feta crumbles tossed in a citrus vinaigrette Salad served with Grilled Shrimp OR Grilled Tofu Dessert Pairing - White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce Iced Tea, Freshly Brewed Coffee and Water

Dessert Pairing: Lemon Meringue Tart Iced Tea, Freshly Brewed Coffee and Water

Served with choice of entree Seared Breast of Chicken served with rosemary roasted potatoes, haricots verts and pan jus Or Grilled Portobello Mushroom served with rosemary potatoes and haricots verts Dessert Pairing - Spiced Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing Iced Tea, Freshly Brewed Coffee and Water

Tickets: $16 + tax | Media Sponsor: Austin Way Sponsored & Catered by: Sterling Affairs Catering & Events

A Christmas Affair

A Christmas Affair

Ornament Add Twas’ the Night Before Christmas in Texas -- Y’all! to your tree! Purchase a 2015 A Christmas Affair ornament designed exclusively for The Junior League of Austin by Kitty Keller Designs.

Candle Purchase your Capri Blue candle in the highly coveted Volcano scent. Each clean-burning formula absorbs more fragrance oil than any other natural wax candle, and lasts twice as long. The mercury glass jar beautifully captures the flicker of the flame and the spirit of the holiday season!

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Special Events After Market Decorations Sale

Santa's Corner

Make ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas in Texas – Y’all! part of your holiday or home décor! Thousands of decorations from A Christmas Affair will be on sale at an exclusive after-market event:

Photo sessions by: JWG Photography

Friday, December 4 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 6 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Santa will also be available for photos the following hours:

After Market Decorations Sale takes place at The Junior League of Austin’s Headquarters, 5416 Parkcrest, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731.

Pre-orders for decorations may be placed at the Decorations Booth located in the southeast corner of the main tree at A Christmas Affair.

Pick your Live Auction Item

Santa’s Corner will be open and available for photography (photos with Santa) exclusively for Breakfast With Santa and Tea with Santa ticketholders during those events.

Friday, November 20 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 21 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 22 | 11:00 a.m. - Noon and 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Photo packages will be available for purchase onsite or, to save yourself some time, buy your photo package online now at jlaustin.org!

Santa’s Corner Sponsor: St. David’s HealthCare

Raffles

Purchase four raffle tickets for $100 for your chance to win YOUR TOP CHOICE of the A Christmas Affair Preview Party live auction items. Tickets will be on sale online from November 3-17, 2015. The lucky winner will be announced on November 17, 2015. An email will be sent to all invitation recipients on November 3, 2015 with details.

Wine Raffle Become a wine collector overnight! From November 18-20, 2015, purchase a $50 wine raffle ticket at A Christmas Affair for a chance to win 20 bottles of wine each priced between $28-$130. The lucky winner will be announced during the Friday Night Date Party.

Wine Donated by Cindy and Mark Willis

Exclusive Diamond Event Take home a piece of bling from Ruckus Round’ the Christmas Tree on Wednesday, November 18! Purchase an opportunity to play for $75 to win a piece of diamond jewelry worth $3,000. Game is only available onsite at Wednesday evening’s party.

Exclusive Diamond Event Sponsor: Diamonds Direct

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A Christmas Affair

Past Chairs 1976

Anne S. Carlson

A Christmas Affair

1977

Nancy Buford

A Christmas Affair

1978

Bitsy Henderson

A Charles Dickens Christmas

1979

Amy Jenness

A Texas Christmas

1980

Ellen Yarrell

A Christmas Affair

1981

Libby Malone

A Christmas Confection

1982

Mary Herman

Fiesta de Navidad

1983

Anne Winn

A Country Christmas

1984

Susan Baker

Christmas Around the World

1985

Chris Attal

A Colonial Williamsburg Christmas

1986

Melissa Jackson

A Nutcracker Christmas

1987

Nancy Nation

Fete de Noel

1988

Patty Huffines

A New York Christmas

1989

Lucie Taylor

Twas the Night Before Christmas

1990

Susan Parker

Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

1991

Donna Stockton-Hicks

Christmas and All That Jazz

1992

Celeste Stark

The Magic of Christmas Past

1993

K. K. (Katherine) Rice

A Christmas Affair to Remember

1994

Nancy Prideaux

An Enchanted Christmas

1995

Amanda Beck

Christmas in the Mountains

1996

Julie Oles

An Old World Christmas

1997

Sheri Krause

Heavenly Holidays

1998

Hillary Anderson

A White Christmas

1999

Elizabeth Ateyeh

Celebrate the Season

2000

Lisa Rodman

A Bon Voyage Christmas

2001

Sharman Reed

Deck The Halls

2002

Laura Mauro

A Royal Holiday

2003

Beth Plater

Christmas in the Quarter

2004

Tamra Beasley

Bellissimo Natale

2005

Sandy Alcalá

A Classic Hollywood Christmas

2006

Betsy Kirksey

Christmas in Austin: Home for the Holidays

2007

Kelly Goulding

The Gift of the Magi

2008

Gayla Zachry

Noel de Paris

2009

Stacy Dollar

It’s a Wild Holiday

2010

Cathy Northcutt

Enchanted

2011

Trish Koester

The Magic of Christmas

2012

Marilyn Orr Willson

The Twelve Days of Christmas

2013

Holly Mace Massingill

Winter Wonderland

2014

Tina McCutchin

Christmas in the City

Page Sponsored by Leslie & Karlos Palmer

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Sponsors & Donors

A Christmas Affair and The Junior League of Austin Benefactor IBC Bank

IBC Bank’s motto is “We Do More,” and this motto is more than just a tagline. IBC works relentlessly to give back to the community on a local level through philanthropic and volunteer endeavors. Since 2009, IBC Bank has been an annual sponsor of The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair, and looks forward to another bright year as a supporter of The Junior League of Austin.

Nelson Puett Foundation The Nelson Puett Foundation is a proud sponsor of The Junior League of Austin and continues to support the mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market is proud to be working with The Junior League of Austin FIT – Food In Tummies program for the 2015-2016 school year to help support Del Valle schools and inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. Through partnerships with innovative organizations, schools and educators, the Whole Kids Foundation® works to provide children with access to fresh, nutritious meals with the goal of ending the childhood obesity epidemic. Whole Foods Market's support of the FIT program is a great opportunity to help fulfill this mission within the Austin community.

Title Carl C. Anderson Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation Carl C. Anderson, Sr. and his wife, Marie Jo, established their family foundation in 1966 with the main goal to help others. The mission of the foundation is: to support medical research seeking the cure and prevention of catastrophic disease; to assist in meeting the essential needs of children; and to enhance the quality of life for elderly persons and those with mental and physical disabilities. The Carl C. Anderson Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation has been a long-term supporter of the League and, more specifically, has been a supporter of the FIT program since its inception. With the foundation’s help, the FIT program has expanded and is helping the League work toward our goal of ending weekend hunger for students in DVISD. Diamonds Direct* Diamonds Direct is dedicated to giving back to the communities they call home. In 2004 The Diamonds Direct Foundation was established to provide support to local nonprofit organizations with special emphasis on Women’s and Children’s philanthropies. Since then The Diamonds Direct Foundation has helped countless organizations reach their fundraising goals. This is simply their way of saying “thank you” to the communities that have entrusted them with their most important fine jewelry purchases.

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Randalls Food Markets Randalls Food Market 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. Randalls believes that The Junior League of Austin’s programs and remarkable volunteers are a tribute to the strength of women and the power of community.

SPIRIT Radio* SPIRIT 105.9, The Spirit of Austin, features Adult Contemporary Christian music where listeners enjoy a fresh variety of music surging in popularity. The Spirit of Austin fully supports the community they serve and is proud to be partnering with The Junior League of Austin to support A Christmas Affair for the second consecutive year.

Grand AT&T AT&T is committed to improving the communities in which they live and work. From supporting the troops to empowering their employees to volunteer their time and to engage in sustainability and disaster relief efforts, this commitment is evident across all aspects of AT&T’s business. Their companywide effort encourages employees to commit to regular, measurable actions that are good for themselves, their communities and/or the company.

Austin Monthly* Each month, Austin Monthly Magazine informs, entertains and intrigues readers in the capital city in an effort to provide relevant information, enrich lives and foster enthusiasm for our unique city. Austin Monthly Magazine is happy to be supporting The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair and is looking forward to being a part of this historic holiday celebration that Austinites look forward to attending every year.

Austin Community Foundation The Austin Community Foundation is committed to helping make Austin a better place through grantmaking, providing community leadership, supporting collaborative problemsolving and leveraging resources. The Austin Community Foundation is a long time friend of the League and has helped build the League’s signature programs over the years through grants for Coats for Kids and FIT - Food In Tummies. The League is able to make a bigger difference in the lives of disadvantaged children and families in our community with the continued support of The Austin Community Foundation.

Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation The Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation is one of the original believers in and supporters of the FIT – Food In Tummies Program, providing The Junior League of Austin help and insight into hunger within Central Texas. Pairing with many nonprofits addressing hunger within our community, the Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation continues to support the FIT program year after year, finding ways to feed hungry children, provide families with nutrition education and help to bring awareness to the issue of hunger within Central Texas.

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Donald D. Hammill Foundation The Donald D. Hammill Foundation was established to improve the quality of life for people who have disabilities, the aged and people who are financially disadvantaged, including the working poor and those who are indigent or chronically ill. By supporting local programs, including The Junior League of Austin’s FIT -- Food In Tummies Program, the Donald D. Hammill Foundation is working to supply basic needs to the Central Texas community.

Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP* Maxwell Locke & Ritter is the largest locally owned and managed accounting firm in the Greater Austin Area with offices in downtown Austin and Round Rock. Their vision is to be a place where people love their work, provide great service and support the Central Texas community, including helping The Junior League of Austin achieve their goals.

Sterling Affairs Catering & Events* Sterling Affairs is the caterer of choice for the most stunning and spectacular event centers in Central Texas. With over 15 years in the business, Sterling Affairs has performed over 10,000 events in the Austin-Central Texas area. Far more than just a catering company, Sterling Affairs is a full-service company that can also provide you with event planning, rentals and management.

SXSW Community Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas The SXSW Community Fund is SXSW’s philanthropic fund administered by the Communities Foundation of Texas. The fund has been used for honorees of the Dewey Winburne Community Service Award and the Grulke Prize for Career Act, as well as making charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations including The Junior League of Austin Texas Fertility Center Thomas C. Vaughn, M.D., Kaylen M. Silverberg, M.D., Lisa J. Hansard, M.D., Natalie Burger, M.D., Summer L. James, M.D., Anthony Propst, M.D. A longstanding supporter of The Junior League of Austin, Texas Fertility Center is one of the nation’s leading full-service infertility practices providing advanced infertility and reproductive endocrinology services to patients throughout Texas, the Southwestern United States and the Americas. Since 1980, Texas Fertility Center has been recognized nationally for outstanding pregnancy rates, cutting-edge laboratory procedures and innovative research programs.

Texas Stars Foundation The Texas Stars Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the community through various forms of support including financial contributions, gifts in kind and volunteerism. Formed in the summer of 2010, the Texas Stars Foundation is the official charity of the Texas Stars Hockey Club. The Foundation strives to utilize the talents and resources of the Texas Stars players, families, staff and ownership to enrich the greater central Texas area and military children throughout the United States. Texas Stars is helping the League better our community through grants for signature programs, including Coats for Kids and FIT Food In Tummies.

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The Lowe Foundation The Lowe Foundation was created in 1988 by Erma Lowe and her daughter Mary Ralph Lowe. Their goal is to give back to the State of Texas by supporting women and children’s health and educational needs. Since its inception, The Lowe Foundation has assisted over 400 organizations, including FIT - Food In Tummies. Funding will be used to continue the mission of reducing child weekend hunger and providing health and nutrition education to families.

The Women’s Fund of Central Texas The Women’s Fund of Central Texas awards grants annually to improve the lives of women and children in our community. This year the League was honored to receive an award for our signature FIT - Food In Tummies program. This group of dedicated women leaders is making a difference in the lives of children at Baty and Hillcrest Elementary schools by helping the League to deliver weekend nutrition for 34 weeks during the school year and to expand the number of programs we offer children and families to learn the importance of healthy eating and fitness.

Wells Fargo Benefiting the communities where we live and work is at the heart of Wells Fargo’s culture since the company was founded. This heritage continues today through the continued support of The Junior League of Austin programs. Wells Fargo continues to support The Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas Affair year after year, ensuring that programs such as Coats for Kids and FIT - Food In Tummies continue to greatly add to the quality of life in our communities.

Lead Clear Channel* Clear Channel Radio Austin, – a member of iHeartRadio - houses 5 radio stations: 96.7KISSFM, KASE101, KVET Austin 98.1FM, 102.3 The Beat, & 103.1FM- AM1300 The Zone. Dedicated to supporting nonprofits throughout the Austin community, Clear Channel is proud to support A Christmas Affair year after year and is looking forward to another exciting and successful event.

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Sponsors & Donors

A Christmas Affair and The Junior League of Austin Benefactor

IBC Bank Nelson Puett Foundation Whole Foods Market

Title Carl C. Anderson Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation Diamonds Direct* Randalls Spirit Radio*

Grand AT&T Austin Monthly* Austin Community Foundation Bank of America Charles H. Phipps Family Foundation Donald D. Hammill Foundation Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP* Sterling Affairs Catering & Events* SXSW Community Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas Texas Fertility Center Texas Stars Foundation The Lowe Foundation The Women’s Fund of Central Texas Wells Fargo

Lead Clear Channel*

Patron Austin Emergency Center Austin Way* Austin Woman Magazine* Brandywine Realty Trust Brides of Austin* Corner Bakery Café* Emmis Radio* EZCORP Foundation Susan Hoermann - Evergreen Studios* Keller Williams Realty International Premiere Events* RetailMeNot St. David’s HealthCare Stubb’s Bar-B-Q Sauce Company

SunPower Foundation Tribeza* Topfer Family Foundation Vicki and Fred Wilkerson

Tribute Altria Corporate Services, Inc. Austin Family Magazine* Austin Tour Company* BMC Software CenterPoint Energy, Inc. Chaotic Moon Studios Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc. DELL, Inc.* Dubose Family Foundation ECG Foundation The Flieller Family Patrick Hotze Shirley and Robert Huston Kendra Scott Design* KIND Healthy Snacks* Pace Lossen* Gavin & Holly Mace Massingill MAXIMUS, Inc. Ted Oakley/Oxbow Advisors Neighborhood Longhorns Program* Perfect Cuts of Austin, LLC Holly and Kevin Priestner Sheridan Insurance Group The Sherrill Family Foundation/ Debbie Sherrill Courtney Strong Events* Meredith and Adam Young

Table Melody and Patrick Birdsong The Burch Family Cielo Property Group Jill and Mike Klucher Sally Metcalfe/Metcalfe Law, PLLC Victoria Pegler Gayle and Laney Vickers KaLyn Laney & Laura Wolf

Contributor Antler Mini Storage Austin Kid's Directory Austin Lifestyle Magazine* Capitol City Insurance Silvia Ward Carden Amber Carden Carolyn Cooper Jenefred & Roland Davies Nancy and Jim Edsel FASTSIGNS North Austin | West Austin | Cedar Park*

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Dana Fisher Amanda Beck Foster Diane Finch Grant Ferrell Grubbs HEB* Sandra S. Heinrichs Paula and Dan Herd Chris Hoskins* Judith Isaacson Jennifer L. Walden, MD, PLLC Betsy and Chris Kirksey Kodosky Family Fund Cindy and Greg Kozmetsky Lee Manford Mr. & Mrs. T June Melton Leslie and Jonathan Moore Richard Pekkala St. David’s Foundation The Retreat at Balcones Springs (Camp Balcones Springs)* The Whitley Group* Mary Tomasek Josephine Vera Kristen Williams Derek and Brandi Wright

Supporter ABC Home & Commercial Services 3PS, Inc. Michele Adams Pam and Marty Akins Tara Akins and French Smith IV Wendy Albrecht Sandy and Augie Alcala Jr. AusTex Moving* Don Barker Linda and Nick van Bavel Hessie Brawley Mark Brindley CareerPlug Chocolaterie Tessa* Loretta Clarke Commerce National Bank Janet Crowley Carol Delage Embree Construction Group Inc. Film Fleet, LLC Carolyn Waddle-Ford FunFlicks Outdoor Movies of Texas Laura Fuqua Sheila Gesing Give as you Get Linday Kay Guleke Courtney Harris iGnite Your Life* Janice Jenkins Natalie Kunkel

Kurant Events* Tessy Lou and the Shotgun Stars* Libby and Bruce Malone Robert Marcott Laura Mauro Tina and Brett McCutchin Cathy and Ed McHorse Mission Critical Facilities Intl., LLC, Paula Moore Jennifer Morey Greg and Melissa Morrow Municipal Advisory Council of Texas Donald and Margaret Nellor Nothing Bundt Cakes, AustinWestlake/South Austin* Beth and Bryan Plater Anne Prentice R & D Molders, Inc. Laura Robinson Russell Korman Fine Jewelry, Diamonds & Watches Mary Scherer Steve Armstrong Photography* Carol and Gary Stewart Leesa Stewart The Salt Lick* Chris Wagoner* Casie and Will Wenmohs Westlake United Methodist Church Nila and Louis Williams* Holly Williamson Sara Willis Cindy and Mark Willis* Barrett Wood World Fencing Data Center Inc.

Friend Jene’ and Eric Bearse Kelly and John Breeden Ellen Carrie Debbie Childers Kimberly Clakley Gordon Craig Grace M. Crutchfield Lisa and Earle David Christy Ebrom Melinda Maine Garvey Alice and Chip Gentry Nicole Gewinner Cathryn Godfrey Kathi and John Haralson Denise Hartman Ralph Hawkins HTH Capital, Ltd. Healthcare Real Estate Services Patricia Jackson Caitlin Johnson

Auction Donors Live and Silent

Jennifer Johnson Michelle P. Just-Linder Tina and Paul Leigh KUTOA Health Company* Maudie's Shannon Phillips Meroney Anita K Morgan Jessica Oney Betsy Pobanz Patricia Pouncey Jennifer Ramberg Reddy Ice Incorporated* Deann Rhames Cynthia Rose Bryon Schilling Jeff and Sydney Searcy Helen Simons Sue Smith Starbucks Donnie Snyder, J. Clare Stedman Taco Cabana* Laura Tefft The Black Market* The Driskill Hotel* Ronald Tidwell Trailer Booth Photography* Zaidee Tucker Traci Vickers Kathleen Yeoman * Denotes In-Kind Donors / Sponsors

Live Auction Donors

Silent Auction Donors

Adelbert’s Brewery Antonelli’s Cheese Shop Austin Biplane Austin Tour Company Ballrooms of Austin Deep Eddy Criquet Shirts: En Masse Marketing Corp.

Hemline Susan Hoermann - Evergreen Studios Horseshoe Bay Resort: JW Marriott Kelly Wynne Las Verandas Hotel & Villas Lewis Wines Lonesome Dove Messina Hof Winery and Resort Miniature Golf Set Classic Mi Golondrina Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill Paramount Theater Russells Bakery & Coffee Bar Smith Map Studios Tammy Black, The Black Market: Boots Texas Distilled Spirits Association Texas Rangers Baseball Club TGB Outfitters The Driskill Top Golf Rattlesnake Crossing VIP Sports Marketing, Inc. Vonlane William Chris Vineyards

Adore Makeup Salon Beehive Benold’s Jewelers Blanton Museum of Art Bryan Smith, DDS Chaparral Ice Center Dry Comal Creek Vineyards Great Rocky Mountain Fur Company Greer Evans Photography Houston Puryear, Makeup Artist Hutson Clothing Co. iFly iGnite Fitness Kendra Scott Designs Lip Service Longhorn Racing Academy Lonestar Legacies Kathy and Randy Neu Paris, Texas Apparel Holly and John Prescott PuraVida Spa Resolute Fitness Robin Jackson Photography Russell Korman Fine Jewelry, Diamonds & Watches Snap Kitchen Steve Armstrong Photography Texas Legato Winery Texas Ranger Books & Merchandise Texas Rowing Center The Rowing Dock The University of Texas Golf Club Thompson Aircraft Tiny Pies Vicki and Fred Wilkerson Wine Sensation Woodhouse Day Spa Xtreme Xperience

Performers preparing to dance at ACA 2014 Breakfast with Santa.

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Thank you to all of our sponsors and donors for your continued support!

Coats for Kids Partners A Special Thanks

Jack Brown Cleaners Established in 1935, Jack Brown Cleaners is 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 free cleaning of each donated warm winter coat.

Through Coats for Kids, Jack Brown Cleaners is committed to making a difference in Central Texas.

98.1 KVET Austin country music radio station 98.1 KVET has a commitment to community service that is unwavering. By partnering with 98.1 KVET, Coats for Kids is able to reach children all over Central Texas to distribute nearly 35,000 warm winter coats each year.

KVUE Austin Since signing on in 1971, community service has remained a cornerstone at KVUE. For 29 years KVUE’s partnership with Coats for Kids has helped in the collection and distribution of warm winter coats to children in Central Texas each year.

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Past Presidents The Junior League of Austin

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

Page Sponsored by Marty & Pam Akins

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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 Kelly Breeden Gregory Noack

1983-1984 1984-1985 1985-1986 1986-1987 1987-1988 1988-1989 1989-1990 1990-1991 1991-1992 1992-1993 1993-1994 1994-1995 1995-1996 1996-1997 1997-1998 1998-1999 1999-2000 2000-2001 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015

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

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COATS FOR KIDS VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE

DECEMBER 12, 2015 VOLUNTEER for Sorting Week and Distribution Day DONATE $15 buys a brand new coat for a child in need DROP-OFF gently used coats to any area Jack Brown Cleaners ORGANIZE a Coat Drive with a group, office or school

VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE VOLUNTEER DONATE DROP-OFF ORGANIZE

Volunteer Registration October 9th - December 11th Coat Drive Competition November 16th - December 4th Community Coat Drive November 16th - December 9th Coat Sorting Week December 8th - December 11th Distribution Day Saturday, December 12th

TO VOLUNTEER OR DONATE PLEASE VISIT www.jlaustin.org/coats

The Junior League of Austin Letter from the Sustaining President Welcome to A Christmas Affair, the event that for 40 years has served as the unofficial start of the holiday season in Austin. When the doors open on this year’s event, you will not only be able to feel the excitement of the holiday season but also the spirit of giving that surrounds the event.

For the 1,250 Sustaining members of The Junior League of Austin, A Christmas Affair is an annual opportunity to reminisce and support the future of our organization. The majority of Sustaining members have volunteered in the past in some capacity at the event and each has her own unique A Christmas Affair memory. For all Sustainers, the event continues to be an accomplishment in which we take enormous pride. A Christmas Affair continues to be one of the proud traditions of The Junior League of Austin and is a great example of the tireless volunteer efforts of our members.

The dedication of the Active members, along with the generous support of the Austin community, enables The Junior League of Austin to provide funding and thousands of volunteer hours to area nonprofit agencies each year.

Sustaining members are those members who have completed Active status. Each year we return to A Christmas Affair to shop, support our organization and catch-up with old friends. For forty years, this event has been the gathering place where the holiday season begins. Thanks to all of you who come and join us at A Christmas Affair each year, because by doing so, you too are supporting the mission and vision of The Junior League of Austin.

KaLyn Laney

Sustaining President 2015-2016

2015-2016 Community Advisors ELIZABETH CHRISTIAN

NIKKI GRAHAM

EDNA RAMON BUTTS

President, Elizabeth Christian and Associates Public Relations

President, Bank of America Austin

JOHN-MICHAEL CORTEZ

CEO, Leadership Austin

Director of Intergovernmental Relations & Policy Oversight, Austin ISD

Chief of Staff, Office of Mayor Steve Adler

RON KESSLER

BETSY FOSTER Global VP of Business Development, Whole Foods Market

CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY

BRAD ROBB

MARC OTT

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

City Manager, City of Austin

KARLAN WITT

Principal, RonKesslerGroup, LLC

Senior Partner, Cambia Information Group, LLC

Fall 2015

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2015 A Christmas Affair

Merchant Directory 14 Districts & Stylestop Carmel, Indiana Apparel and accessories for women - boho cool styles with a twist of preppy chic.

Facebook: 14 Districts Booth 411, 413

August Morgan – NEW! Austin, Texas Purveyor of embroidered linens, vintage pillows and other home accessories. www.AugustMorgan.com Booth 339

240sweet Gourmet Marshmallows Columbus, Indiana Chef Alexa Lemley crafts 240sweet puffs in small batches. Delicious, creative flavors delight discerning taste buds of all ages. www.240sweet.com Booth 638

Austin Boot Boutique Leander, Texas Offers a variety of unique and one of a kind gift items, ladies footwear and accessories. www.AustinBootBoutique.com Booth 642, 644

A Touch of Vintage Westworth Village, Texas Multifaceted designs include stunning collections of antique jewelry, fashion, accessories & vintage treasures. www.TamraNovak.com Booth 316 Adelante Boutique Austin, Texas A women’s clothing store specializing in contemporary to bohemian looks, great jewelry, gifts and accessories. www.AdelanteAustin.com Booth 341, 343, 345 Adorn Boutique Lakeway, Texas Trendy yet affordable women’s clothing, handmade jewelry, scarves & unique gift items. www.AdornAustin.com Booth 520, 522, 524 All Star Dips Kansas City, Missouri All natural, gluten-free gourmet dip and dessert mixes.

No preservatives - no MSG - no sugar.

Booth 660 Alpine Wine Designs Golden, Colorado Wine barrel furniture and home décor, proudly handcrafted in the USA www.AlpineWineDesign.com Booth 622, 624 Ambriz Jewelry Fredericksburg, Texas Make it look like you’ve spent a lot of time shopping by purchasing a handcrafted, unique personalized piece of jewelry or gift. www.AmbrizJewelry.com Booth 203, 205 Annie’s Metal Outlet League City, Texas We feature hundreds of Christmas ornaments, seasonal home & garden décor, trendy signs and more. www.AnniesMetal.com Booth 349, 351, 353 Arloom Wimberley, Texas Unique, one-of-a-kind, hand-loomed textile and leather handbags, luggage and accessories. Choose to be different. www.Arloom.com Booth 504 Ashley Schenkein Jewelry Design Denver, Colorado Handmade jewelry with gemstones, diamonds, pearls and leather, including custom fine jewelry and a personalized collection. www.ASJewelryDesign.com Booth 549

Bear Creek Smokehouse Marshall, Texas Holiday gift & table goodies – try our savory smoked meats, dried soup and dip mixes and our “bear” necessities line of condiments. www.BearCreekSmokehouse.com Booth 716, 718 BedHead Pajamas Venice, California Pajamas for the family made in glamorous Los Angeles.

Jammies and jewels for all.

Facebook: Kiki Bean BedHead Booth 639, 641

Austin Cake Ball Austin, Texas The perfect bite sized treat for an afternoon of shopping, or a gift for the holidays. www.AustinCakeBall.com Booth 536 Austin Canine Central Austin, Texas A dog lover’s delight! Toys, collars, leads and treats for dogs; shirts, gifts, jewelry and purses for dog lovers and their friends. www.AustinCanineCentral.com Booth 119, 121 Azulina – NEW! Houston, Texas Handmade homegoods made by Colombian women artisans. Hand-embroidered linens, handpainted dinnerware and hand-woven mochilas. www.Azulina.com Booth 744

Bell Buckle Country Store Lewisburg, Tennessee Mama Lee’s Gourmet Hot Chocolate www.BellBuckle.com Booth 723 Bella Rose Beach – NEW! Germantown, Tennessee Personalized products for your life. Cell phone & iPad cases, key chains, luggage tags, license plates, garden flags and more. www.BellaRoseBeach.com Booth 523 Berdoll Pecan, Candy & Gift Company Cedar Creek, Texas Texas pecans, pecan pies and chocolate pecan candies.

Great holiday gifts. www.Berdoll.com Booth 213

Baggo, Inc. – NEW! Hot Springs, Arkansas Take tailgating to a whole new level of fun with a portable beanbag toss game featuring your favorite sports team. www.Baggo.com Booth 609, 611

Bird Dog Bay Chicago, Illinois Whimsical yet sophisticated neckwear, dress shirts and men’s accessories www.BirdDogBay.com Booth 238, 240

Barbecue Wife – NEW! Austin, Texas I make small-batch Bloody Mary Mix here in Austin, Texas that is completely “junk free.” Sip Slow with Friends. www.BarbequeWife.com Booth K-9

Bits of Courage Austin, Texas Personalization boutique offering a variety of seasonal clothing items, accessories and gifts for the entire family. www.BitsOfCourage.com Booth 453, 455

Be Hippy – NEW! Denver, Colorado Be hippy… it’s a lifestyle. www.BeHippyLifestyle.com Booth 540 Be Wee Austin, Texas Locally made leather bracelets, jewelry made by women rescued from trafficking & gifts for every girl on your list at a great price. www.BeWeeShop.com Booth 337 Be. Cuero, Texas A funky boutique filled with pretty prints, lovely velvets, embroidered wraps & cozy sweaters. Unique jewelry finds & Patty Lou Art. www.BeCuero.com Booth 153, 155

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Beehive – NEW! Westlake Hills, Texas Buzzing with sunny vibes and unexpected details.

Beehive is more than a store; it’s a vibrant way of life. www.LoveBeeHive.com Booth 307

Blue Cattle Truck Mexican Vanilla – NEW! Springville, Utah Purveyors of the finest vanilla and vanilla products on the planet. Come see us. www.MexicanVanilla.com Booth 545 BMiley Designs Houston, Texas Framed crosses, sacred hearts, religious statues, faux taxidermy, stamped silverware, chalkboards, holiday cloches and more.

Booth 423, 425 BonBon by Micah Yancey Dallas, Texas On-trend, handmade jewelry. Each piece is enticing, bright, luscious and unique. No two are exactly alike. www.BonBonByMicahYancey.com Booth 525

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Brit & Belle Austin, Texas Fabulous handbags & clutches. With a wide variety of styles & price points, we have something for everyone on your list. www.facebook.com/BritAndBelle Booth 635, 637 Britta Ambauen Jewelry – NEW! Austin, Texas Meaningful, unique and elegant jewelry gifts for authentic women. Handcrafted in Austin, Texas. www.BrittaAmbauen.com Booth K-4 Brobe – NEW! Austin, Texas The first bra + robe combination designed for breast cancer recovery and nursing mothers. www.TheBrobe.com Booth K-7 Brushes and Bows Hurst, Texas Trendy fashions and flashy footwear for girls (sizes 3 mo - 10 yr.). Hip, chic accessories and dazzling stocking stuffers.

Booth 503, 505

Christina Greene Designs Houston, Texas Jewelry that highlights the beauty of natural stones from all over the world. www.ChristinaGreeneDesigns.com Booth 139 Christmas Carvings, Etc. Lockhart, Texas Handmade wooden Christmas Santas, ornaments and dolls. All items are hand carved and painted by local Texas artisans. www.ChristmasCarvingsEtc.com Booth K-8

Delysia Chocolatier – NEW! Austin, Texas Austin-based award-winning chocolatier. Local, sustainable, gluten free, kosher. As seen in Forbes, InStyle, WSJ, Wine Spectator, Zagat. www.Delysia.com Booth 409

Coco Rose Encinitas, California Resort wear and accessories including jewelry. www.CoCoRose.com Booth 107

DGZ Chocolates & Gifts Houston, Texas We manufacture Toffarazzi, our award-winning version of toffee. We also have a complete line of personalized gift items. www.DGZChocolates.com Booth 143, 145

Company’s Comin’ Hearne, Texas Gourmet casserole, soup, dip and cheese ball mixes (gluten free), hot & sweet jalapeños. “Easy As Pie” mixes.

Napkins and kitchen items. www.CompanysComin.com Booth 249

Carmie’s Kitchen Wylie, Texas Gourmet food including dip mixes, soups, cheeseballs & olive oil seasonings. Gift items including stoneware, dip chillers & ornaments. www.PepperSprings.com Booth 600, 602

Copper Artistry by TK Imports Austin, Texas Copper art plates, panels & vases. Home décor, wood windows, collegiate items and small Christmas gifts. www.TKImports.com Booth 118, 120

Cat Spring Tea Cat Spring, Texas Locally sourced yaupon tea and special tea accessories for the tea lovers and “hard to shop for” on your list. www.CatSpringTea.com Booth K-1 Celebrate Your Brain - NEW! Austin, Texas We sell branded merchandise bearing the trademarked phrases Smart Girls Are Fun and Smart Boys Are Hot. www.celebrateyourbrain.com Booth 338 Chic by Design San Francisco, California “Smart Gifting For Men” - Fabulous finds for the discerning man. www.ChicByDesignCollections.com Booth 300 China Baroque Houston, Texas Jewelry made from hand-cut china pieces. www.ChinaBaroque.com Booth 223, 225 Chocolaterie Tessa – NEW! Austin, Texas A 30-year family tradition. Shop European-style boxed chocolates, salted caramels and chocolate-covered snacks. www.ChocolaterieTessa.com Booth 235

De La Tierra – NEW! Erie, Colorado Specializing in Peruvian Alpaca products, including blankets, scarves, hats, kids’ clothing and slippers. www.DeLaTierraCo.com Booth 640

ClutchPAK – NEW! Austin, Texas Constantly on-the-go? Our products are great for the purse, office, gym bag or car -perfect travel companion + lots of gifts for all. www.ThePAKStore.com Booth 129

Buckle It Queen Creek, Arizona One of a kind timeless accessories including cuffs, belt buckles, hats and much more!

Handmade in my studio in Queen Creek, AZ. www.BuckleIt.com Booth 161

Carry It Well!

Waco, Texas Hanging garment bags made from fun, fabulous fabrics.

These are great gifts for everyone. www.CarryItWell.com Booth 322

Darling Designs Austin, Texas Almost one-of-a-kind ladies’ handbags and belts designed with the individual women in mind. Small town product, big city style. www.DarlingDesignsTx.com Booth 507, 509

Crosses & More / Uptown Chic New Braunfels, Texas Women’s and children’s clothing and accessories plus unique gifts for that special person.

Booth 103, 105 Crown by RC – NEW! Lewisville, Texas Made-to-order apparel, state jewelry and pajamas customized with monogram or appliqué. www.CrownByRC.com Booth 149, 151 Crystal Ranch – NEW! Rosharon, Texas Customizable rhinestone apparel and gifts, including holiday & game day t-shirts, caps, koozies and more. www.TheCrystalRanch.com Booth 217, 219 D-Patt Wine Bottle Stoppers Leander, Texas Hand-turned wine stoppers made of wood and antler.

Unique one-of-a-kind gifts for those guys in your life. www.StopYourTop.com Booth 610, 612 Daily Juice (formerly Skinny Limits) Austin, Texas Fresh juices & smoothies - plenty of FREE samples!

Learn about a juice cleanse reboot from the Daily Juice co-owners. www.DailyJuiceCafe.com Booth 513 Dandy New Orleans, Louisiana Individually handcrafted one-of-a-kind ceramic gem jewelry paired with various leather and chains. www.DandyCraft.com Booth 243

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Diva B Designs Frisco, Texas Exclusive retailer for Bodacious Boot Co. Specializing in ladies fashion, unique tees, custom hats and BLING. www.BodaciousBootCo.com Booth 156, 158 Diva, The Ultimate Design Studio – NEW! Georgetown, Texas Exceptional Christmas garlands, greenery and décor.

Custom florals and accessories for the home, unique gifts, candles and artwork. www.DivaGeorgetown.com Booth 625, 627, 629 E. Blackhurst – NEW! Austin, Texas Dressing is a creative art and should be celebrated at every moment possible. Women’s fashions and men’s gift accessories. www.EBlackhurst.com Booth 705 Ecofab Arts Katy, Texas Beautiful, hand-painted flowers made from repurposed glass. They may be used indoors or out. www.Facebook.com/EcoFabArts Booth K-5 Embellish Nails & Boutique Austin, Texas Stylish and affordable apparel, jewelry, gifts and holiday décor from an Austin-based, women-owned boutique. www.EmbellishNails.com Booth 302, 304, 306 Erin’s Earrings Georgetown, Texas Handcrafted jewelry using chains, crystals, genuine stones and freshwater pearls. www.ErinsEarrings.com Booth 234, 236 Farm Pac Kitchens Yoakum, Texas From the Farm Pac kitchens - amazing smoked meats, jerky, nuts and sauces. Great gift ideas. www.FarmPac.com Booth 101 Fat Rat Family Frisco, Texas Resort Wear & Accessories. Vibrant hues and prints.

Sizes: doll – child – adult - plus. www.FatRatFamily.com Booth 340, 342, 344

Fine Art by Deann – NEW! Brentwood, Tennessee Unique style of paintings from Nashville, Tennessee. www.DeannDesigns.com Booth 226, 228 Fish Kiss – NEW! Erie, Colorado Organic, handmade baby and kids clothing and gifts featuring original Texas state artwork. www.Fish-Kiss.com Booth 437 Frayed Flower Spring, Texas We offer unique handmade hats and accessories for the trendy lady. www.FrayedFlower.com Booth 260 Game Day Glam & More Horseshoe Bay, Texas Fashion forward, officially licensed, trendy gameday/ tailgate female fan-wear, gifts & accessories! Get your Game Day Glam on! www.GameDayGlamAndMore.com Booth 148 Georgian House Antiques Baton Rouge, Louisiana Antique English and children’s prints, English & Oriental china, books, golf memorabilia & decorative gifts. www.GeorgianHouseAntiques.com Booth 102, 104 Glam Girls Texas Austin, Texas The latest trends in boutique clothing and personal shopping experiences for the everyday woman. Junior, Misses and Plus sizes! www.Facebook.com/GlamGirlsTexas Booth 700, 702, 704 Go Jump in the Lake Acworth, Georgia Handmade rustic shabby chic wooden signs and frames www.GoJumpInTheLake.net Booth 117 Gourmet Blends Torrance, California We mix and blend a variety of fresh fruits, herbs and spices with the highest quality barrel-aged balsamic vinegar and olive oil. www.GourmetBlends.us Booth 326, 328 Great Rocky Mountain Fur Saratoga, Wyoming Amazing collection of ladies’ contemporary, high fashion and traditional fur garments and accessories. www.GreatRockyMountainFur.com Booth 355, 357 Grill It Now Austin, Texas Garlic Graters are beautiful and efficient for everyday use - a “must have gourmet kitchen tool” according to The Today Show. www.GrillItNow.com Booth 506 Haute Totz - NEW! Tyler, Texas A children’s specialty boutique offering the perfect items for the new mom to the fashion loving teen. www.HauteTotz.com Booth 729 Have 2 Have It Dallas, Texas Original “ear-resistible” bunnies and puppies with a nose that is a pocket for the tooth fairy. www.Have2HaveIt.com Booth 626 High Cotton Clothing Co. – NEW! Tyler, Texas High Cotton Clothing offers traditional southern apparel and accessories for men, women and kids.

Booth 201

Hip Bohemian – NEW! Austin, Texas Women’s and children’s clothing, gifts and accessories with a hip, bohemian vibe. www.HipBohemian.com Booth 511

Kellie’s Baking Co. Austin, Texas Custom decorated cookies & treats. We create onsite on-demand photo cookies at your events. www.KelliesBakingCo.com Booth 208

Initially Yours – NEW! Cypress, Texas Personalized gifts to fit each recipient’s personality and taste. Create a unique, special gift they will remember. www.IYBoutique.com Booth 108, 110

Kendra Scott Austin, Texas Big Dreams, Colorful Confidence & Inspired Design. www.KendraScott.com Booth 323, 325

Iona Handcrafted Books Austin, Texas Heirloom journals, sketchbooks & photo albums. Perfect gift for artists, travelers, scrap-bookers, poets, new parents and your BFF. www.IonaHandcraftedBooks.com Booth 245 Iza Pearl Design – NEW! Dallas, Texas Your family will look dazzling & darling Christmas morning (and every morning!) in our Texas-Made PJs www.IzaPearl.com Booth 538

Kiss and Makeup Boutique – NEW! McKinney, Texas Shabby chic boutique offering fabulous clothing for women and children of all ages, one of a kind boots and unique accessories. www.KissandMakeupBoutique.com Booth 724, 726 KK’s Humble, Texas Stocking an amazing selection of gifts from Circle E Candles, Suzy Toronto and Glory Haus.

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Jacqueline B Thousand Oaks, California Up to the minute clothing at great prices.

Booth 601, 603, 605

L & D Events – NEW! Germantown, Maryland Unique collection of fur trimmed boutique items and outerwear. www.LandDEvents.com Booth 204, 206

Jessica Thompson Design & Accessories New York, New York Fashion forward accessories & jewelry for the modern woman who appreciates classic style with an edge as well as a timeless appeal. www.JessicaThompsonDesign.com Booth 252, 254

Laugh Out Loud Expressions Bellaire, Texas Hundreds of singing animations and gifts featuring your favorite artists and tunes. Dancing Santas, reindeer, Elvis, Elmo, Minions & more. www.LaughOutLoudExpressions.com Booth 141

Jessie Marie Designs – NEW! San Antonio, Texas Enjoy fabulous shawls, scarves and handmade weekender bags, all designed by UT graduate Jessica Nadeau. www.JessieMarieDesigns.com Booth 559

Laura Lee Designs Vienna, Virginia One-of-a-kind handbags with luxury flair for all cocktail, bridal, university and sorority events. www.LauraLeeDesigns.com Booth K-2

Jewelry Girl Boutique Leawood, Kansas We love helping women find a relaxed, yet polished outfit.

Booth 741, 743, 745 Joe Koen & Son Jewelers Austin, Texas A unique collection of fine, fun, holiday and collegiate jewelry and gifts. www.JoeKoenJewelers.com Booth 461 Jon Jahraus Cartoons Parkville, Missouri Humorous editorial illustrations personalized to your specific request. www.Netoons.com Booth 728 Julie B La Grange, Texas Fabulous boutique for women, men & children. www.Julie-B.com Booth 449, 451, 548, 550 Julie’s Boutique Charlotte, North Carolina Trendy mix of the very latest in women’s fashion and accessories at great prices. www.JuliesClothing.com Booth 535, 537, 634, 636 Kaleidoscope Toys Round Rock, Texas Sending Home FUN in Every Bag! Unique, fun, educational toys and gifts for children of all ages. www.Kdstoys.com Booth 144, 146

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Laura Lively Jacksonville, Florida Jewelry made with genuine pearls and natural stones modern twists on the classics at affordable, “girlfriend pricing.” www.MyLauraLively.com Booth 643, 645 Leftovers Antiques Home Mercantile Brenham, Texas An eclectic mix of antiques, Christmas décor, apothecary, home accessories and more. www.LeftoversAntiques.com Booth 401, 403, 500, 502 Leighelena Austin, Texas Offering a full line of multimedia and exotic skin jewelry handcrafted in Austin, Texas. www.LeighElena.com Booth 348 lila + hayes littles loungewear Fort Worth, Texas Classic yet contemporary pima cotton children’s clothing line - pajamas, playwear, layette and accessories for sizes NB-10 www.LilaAndHayes.com Booth 309 Limbo Jewelry Austin, Texas Featuring clean lines & geometric shapes, Limbo is emerging in the slow fashion movement as a sustainable brand to watch. www.LimboJewelry.com Booth 439

Little Bow Diddly – NEW! Broussard, Louisiana Children’s gifts & accessories including bow ties for the little guy in your life and handmade hair bows & headbands for all ages. www.LittleBowDiddly.com Booth 621, 623 Little Low Studio – NEW! Austin, Texas Eco-conscious paper and gift products designed with a unique and light-hearted perspective. Spread the Happy. www.LittleLow.com Booth 227 Longhorn Fashions Austin, Texas On trend apparel, fun tanks and tees, unique Texas themed gifts and handmade jewelry. www.longhornfashions.com Booth 222, 224 Longhorn Racing Academy San Marcos, Texas Drive a Ferrari, McLaren or Porsche on a REAL RACETRACK! An exciting adventure for the whole family. www.LRAcademy.com Booth 359, 361 Lounge Lizard Kingsland, Texas Functional metal and glass art for the home. Each piece is designed in our workshop, handcrafted and individually brush-painted. www.LoungeLizardUSA.com Booth 708, 710 Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics – NEW! Austin, Texas Handmade luxury body items for skin, hair, bath & shaving. www.Lush.com Booth 229 Make It Sweet Austin, Texas Austin’s baking headquarters for tools, supplies, ingredients and classes to make beautiful and delicious cakes, cookies and candies. www.MakeItSweet.com Booth 542, 544 Mana Culture – NEW! Austin, Texas Specializing in whimsical, handcrafted jewelry featuring gemstones, opals and beautiful mixed metals. www.ManaCulture.com Booth 616 Marshmallow Fun Co. Dallas, Texas Award-winning line of marshmallow toys for kids of all ages. It’s ammo-licious. www.MarshmallowVille.com Booth 122 Marye-Kelley – NEW! Houston, Texas Greek, collegiate and home décor, including lucite and melamine trays, coasters, picture frames, tissue box covers & more. www.Marye-Kelley.com Booth 301, 303 MD Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project Houston, Texas Cards and gifts featuring designs created by pediatric patients at the Children’s Cancer Hospital at MD Anderson Cancer Center. www.ChildrensArt.org Booth 740, 742 Mi Casa Tamales Boerne, Texas Come sample Texas-sized homemade tamales made with fresh spices and freshly made sides and dips.

Perfect holiday gifts. www.TamalesMiCasa.com Booth 753, 755

Michele’s Estate Jewelry & Silver Austin, Texas Large selection of fine estate/antique jewelry, sterling silver flatware, holloware and Christmas ornaments www.MichelesSilver.com Booth 648, 650

Nothing Bundt Cakes Austin, Texas Handmade, quality desserts with an irresistible taste and imaginative designs. Just say ‘Yum.’ www.NothingBundtCakes.com Booth 736

Mishu Designs Hewlett, New York Your source for everything photo and wall décor! We feature Mighty Magnet Photo Cables, metal boards and chalkboard stickers. www.MishuDesigns.com Booth 555

Oh Yeah!

Bee Cave, Texas Featuring clothing, gifts and accessories from Jadelynn Brooke, ATX Mafia & Mud Pie. Holiday cups and Christmas headbands. www.OhYeahBoutique.com Booth 317, 319

Miss Rose Sister Violet – NEW! Carmel, California Vintage-inspired and classic-style giftware, clothing and accessories for women and children. Pretty, whimsical, romantic and unique. www.MissRoseSisterViolet.com Booth 207

Oh, Dandelion – NEW! Austin, Texas A whimsical mix of vintage and artisanal decorative items and gifts for the Southern home. www.OhDandelion.com Booth 324

Molly and Me Boutique Frisco, Texas Trendy & affordable matching outfits for girls and their 18” dolls, such as American Girl. Fun gifts and custom doll beds too!

Facebook: Molly and Me Boutique Booth 209, 211 Mommy Made It For Me – NEW! Dallas, Texas Handmade children’s play-tents, accessories & matching sleeping bags. Doorway puppet theaters & puppets.

Children’s activity aprons. www.PlayTentsForKids.com Booth 441, 443, 445 Mom’s Enterprise Elmhurst, Illinois Unique one-of-a-kind items for home and holidays.

Different quotes and paintings for the family, athletes, children, holidays and more. www.MomsEnterprises.com Booth 558, 560 Mother Shucker’s Tamales Burleson, Texas Specializing in healthy, tasty tamales perfect for every occasion. No lard, gluten or msg. www.MotherShuckersTamales.com Booth 248, 250 Musee Madison Mississippi Hand-pressed bath balms made from natural ingredients. Soak in Life. www.MuseeBath.com Booth 554, 556 My Team Boutique – NEW! Cedar Park, Texas Adorable and affordable fashions for game day and every day. www.MyTeamBoutique.com Booth 557 Naked Body+Bath Houston, Texas Fragrant soaps and gifts to pamper your family and friends www.NakedBodyAndBath.com Booth 200, 202 Nannie & Pal Children’s Wear and Gifts Cedar Park, Texas Unique holiday children’s wear for boys and girls. Sizes 0-12yr. Gifts, monogramming and more! Handmade in Austin, Texas. www.NannieAndPal.com Booth 749 Nellie’s Scottish Shortbread Cookies – NEW! Tyler, Texas Texas-made with a family recipe.This delicious treat is a perfect gift to share with the ones you love! www.NelliesShortbread.com Booth K-3

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Orazure Hand Roasted Coffee Magnolia, Texas We roast remarkable tasting coffee from small farms.

Hot samples! New gift boxes this year. Coffee subscriptions make great gifts. www.Orazure.com Booth 125 Original Santas, LLC – NEW! Kingwood, Texas A wonderland of hand-designed, one-of-a-kind, oldworld Santa displays and holiday season accessories. www.LindaJDesigns.com Booth 128 Pampered Pet – NEW! Dripping Springs, Texas Offering a full lineup of pet fashion, accessories and rhinestone collars for your favorite, furry friends.

Booth 654, 656 Paris Texas Apparel Co. Houston, Texas Unique apparel and gifts for men and teens. T-shirts, barware, prints, ties, bow ties and ready-to-wear guayaberas. www.ParisTexasCo.com Booth 457, 459 Pastamore Gourmet Foods Georgetown, Texas All natural infused olive oils from Napa, CA, 18-year aged balsamic vinegar, marinades & hand-cut, gluten-free pastas. www.Pastamore.com Booth 618, 620 Petticoat Fair – NEW! Austin, Texas Professionally fit, Perfectly you. Unique sleepwear and loungewear for yourself and your loved ones. www.PetticoatFair.com Booth 251, 253 Pizzazzing You Salado, Texas Couture clothing and accessories for newborns, infants and toddlers, designed to fit every baby and every budget. Holiday outfits and gifts. www.PizzazzingYou.com Booth 135, 137 Pizzazzzz Chesterfield, Missouri Over 300 designs of Christmas ornaments personalized free! Unique, must-have holiday décor and handmade items Booth 659, 661 PK Fine Imports Palm Springs, California Fine, hand-crafted Mexican pewter serving bowls, platters, trivets, spoon rests & ice buckets for your gift and entertaining needs. www.PKFineImports.com Booth 649, 651, 748, 750

Plush Jungle - NEW! Dallas, Texas Whimsical Life Size Sock Monkeys with School Spirit. Go Team. Go Sorority. www.Marshmallowville.com Booth 124 Pomegranate Moon – NEW! Conway Arkansas Hand-felted scarves, wraps and accessories inspired by traditional Nepalese designs. Every item is one-of-a-kind.

Fair Trade. www.PomegranateMoon.com Booth 721 Pony Pal Stables Austin, Texas Pony Pals are for children of all ages. Unicorns, zebras and ponies in four colors. Made with metal frames and beautiful plush bodies. www.PonyPalStable.com Booth 405, 407 Popfizz Boutique – NEW! Jackson, Mississippi Classic and trendy fashions, gifts and accessories for all children, teens and adults!

Plus toys and Christmas pajamas & t-shirts. www.PopFizzBoutique.com Booth 157, 159 Posh Play / iSantaCam – NEW! Fort Worth, Texas Posh Play: Stylish, wipeable play mats, diaper clutches, lunch boxes and bibs. iSantaCam: An interactive, novelty holiday device. www.PoshPlayMat.com & www.iSantaCam.com Booth 123 Precious Little Tot, LLC – NEW! Frisco, Texas Modern mom and baby products designed by moms who understand how important convenience and style is for every mom-on-the-go. www.PreciousLittleTot.com Booth K-6 Pure & Simple Soy Candles Round Rock, Texas Handmade soy candles, scrubs, body butters & bath bombs. I only use high quality oils and fragrances. Great gifts for everyone. www.PureAndSimpleSoy.com Booth 619 Puzzle Tracks State Road, North Carolina Fun & educational toys for kids 3 to 8.

Booth 607 Quality Pennants Georgetown, Texas Framed pennants of colleges, sports teams, military branches and much more.

Booth 160 Queen of My Heart – NEW! Sammamish, Washington Mottos sprinkled with glitter! Sassy home décor handmade by little elves in a hollow tree! Just kidding!

Made by old hippies in Seattle.

Booth 754, 756 Rare Trends – NEW! Austin, Texas Unique couture. Contemporary, chic women’s apparel with a focus on leathers and furs. We believe women should wear art. www.RareTrends.com Booth 116 Rattlesnake Ranch Pecans Crockett, Texas The perfect candy-coated and plain pecans to fit anyone’s taste. www.RattlesnakeRanchPecans.com Booth 712

Raven + Lily Austin, Texas Fashion-forward, socially-conscious lifestyle brand offering handmade jewelry, apparel, accessories and home goods. www.RavenAndLily.com Booth 350

Southern Candymakers New Orleans, Louisiana Delicious handmade candies fresh from the French Quarter. Creamy pralines, chocolate tortues and glazed pecans. www.SouthernCandymakers.com Booth 259, 261

Red Bird Design Georgetown, Texas We blend Americana and Bohemian styles to create a look that is unique, affordable and has a one-of-a-kind vintage feel.

Booth 527, 529

Southern Roots Rockwall, Texas Southern-inspired clothing and accessories for ladies of all ages. Monogram service available in-booth. www.ShopSouthernRootsTX.com Booth 242, 244

Rifle + Radford Austin, Texas Austin-based, Southwest-inspired design studio specializing in curious collections of handcrafted jewels. www.RifleAndRadford.com Booth 516

Southwestern Elegance Ingram/Kerrville, Texas Hand-picked from around the world. An eclectic mix of home & Christmas décor. Gifts, apparel and jewelry.

Something for everyone.

Facebook: Southwestern Elegance Booth 709, 711, 713

RK Collections – NEW! Little Rock, Arkansas Specializing in the latest in women’s fashion. Stay current with the hottest trends for the seasons at prices you can afford! www.RKCollections.com Booth 150, 152 Sarah Oliver Handbags Sausalito, California Every exquisite handbag is hand-knitted by our fabulous team of senior knitters. www.SarahOliverHandbags.com Booth 106 Scrap-Work Boutique Earling, Iowa Fun & flirty women’s clothing and accessories for the gals who take “dressing up” seriously. www.Scrap-Work.com Booth 111, 113, 210, 212 Shirley’s Potpourri Canton, Texas Handcrafted potpourri, refresher oils, garland & wreaths made with dehydrated fruits and vegetables. Stick your nose in our business. www.ShirleysPotpourri.com Booth 703 Smathers & Branson Bethesda, Maryland 100% Hand-stitched needlepoint belts and accessories.

New this year: iPhone cases and money clips. www.SmathersAndBranson.com Booth 352 Smith Map Studio Liberty Hill, Texas Hand-drawn maps created with pen & ink on acrylic paints. www.SmithMapStudio.com Booth 719 Sock101 – NEW! Lee’s Summit, Missouri Stylish & colorful knit socks of the highest quality for both men and women. You just might find some specific to Texas as well. www.Sock101.com Booth 752 SoloSol Movement – NEW! Manhattan Beach, California Activewear for men and women with an emphasis on fashion, fitness & functionality. Designed to inspire movement. www.SoloSolMovement.com Booth 241 South Austin Gallery Austin, Texas Functional art - ceramic coasters, tempered-glass cutting boards, magnets, trivets, dog tags and ornaments. www.SouthAustinGallery.com Booth 613

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Sparkle Life – NEW! Gainesville, Florida Customizable Swarovski crystal & sterling silver jewelry. www.SparkleLife.com Booth 608 Sticky Bizness San Antonio, Texas Fun, hip & trendy gifts for the modern, preppy girl! We monogram while you shop! Comfort colors, rain jackets, Camelbaks & more. www.StickyBizness.com Booth 541, 543 Sue Rosengard Jewelry Design, Ltd. – NEW! Chicago, Illinois Affordable, handcrafted in the USA, contemporary silver and gold jewelry. Plus the Detour Collection: vintageinspired map pendants. www.SueRosengard.com Booth 112 Susie’s South Forty Confections, Inc. Midland, Texas Texas-sized treats! Try our famous frozen Texas pecan toffee, Texas trash, chocolate rocks, keylime pretzels and praline kickers. www.SusiesSouthForty.com Booth 561 Sylk Handcrafts – NEW! Round Rock, Texas Holiday home décor featuring burlap Christmas trees & skirts, handmade angel ornaments and ornate glass candleware. www.Sylk.com Booth 617 T-We Tea – NEW! San Francisco, California Handcrafted natural teas from San Francisco blended with love and loaded with sarcasm and sass. www.T-WeTea.com Booth 552 Taylor and Tessier – NEW! Aspen, Colorado Handcrafted, modern jewelry with an organic feel and texture. www.TaylorAndTessier.com Booth 508 Tea-Licious, Inc. – NEW! Burnet, Texas Featuring sweet pickles, relish & Daddy B’s Seasoning gift kit. Men love our spices and everyone loves our sweet pickles. www.Tea-Licious.com & www.DaddyBSpices.com Booth 127 TeePees from Rattlesnake Crossing Ormond Beach, Florida Hand-painted, child-size TeePees & safe bow and arrow sets to spark every child’s imagination.

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Texas Hill Country Olive Company Dripping Springs, Texas Premium, award-winning extra virgin Texas olive oils and balsamic vinegars. www.TexasHillCountryOliveCo.com Booth 738

The Shine Project – NEW! Phoenix, Arizona Contemporary jewelry handmade by inner-city youth in America. Gifts with a purpose. www.TheShineProject.com Booth 539

Texas Photomontage Fort Worth, Texas Texas-themed pop art featuring memorable locations of your favorite cities. Signed, numbered and 3D pieces available. www.TexasMontage.com Booth 321

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Teysha Austin, Texas Vibrant, handcrafted boots, shoes and accessories.

Every item can be custom-designed. Member of the Global Village Initiative. www.Teysha.is Booth 311 The Baby Bee Boutique Dallas, Texas Unique and vintage-inspired clothing and accessories for moms, babies and girls of all ages. www.Etsy.com/Shop/TheBabyBeeBoutique Booth 734 The Bell Collection Round Rock, Texas Unique, handcrafted sterling silver bell pendants and charms. www.CollectBells.com Booth 132 The Black Market – NEW! Hart, Texas “Old Gringo” handmade boots. Carrying over 50 styles for women size 5-11 and men size 8-13. Custom fitting available on-site. www.BlackMarketBoots.com Booth 354, 356, 358, 360 The Candy Jar – NEW! Austin, Texas Indulge your family and friends with popular and artisan candies, chocolates & confections packaged in a range of styles and prices. www.TheCandyJarTx.com Booth 518 The Crooked Antler Austin, Texas Fun, funky and stylish clothing, accessories and home gift items. www.Facebook.com/TheCrookedAntlerBooth Booth 334, 336 The Gift Bag – NEW! Austin, Texas Custom gift wrapping with handcrafted bows. www.thegiftbagusa.com Booth Front Lobby The Guayabera Shirt Store / Linen Dreams Austin, Texas The Guayabera Shirt Store: linen and cotton Guayabera Shirts for men and boys Linen Dreams: linen pj sets, nighties and robes for women. www.TheGuayaberaShirtStore.com & www.LinenDreams.com Booth 760 The Limoges Lady Houston, Texas Specializes in authentic, hand-painted porcelain Limoges boxes from France. www.TheLimogesLady.com Booth 706 The Pajama Princess Austin, Texas Fun pajamas for the entire family! Mother-daughter & father-son sets, holiday pj’s, men’s lounge pants, robes and blankets. www.ThePajamaPrincess.com Booth 308, 310, 312

Austin, Texas One-of-a-kind, wacky, whimsical and unusual stocking stuffers for everyone on your list! Don’t miss us! www.treiwi.com Booth 237, 239 The Treasured Accessory Calabasas, California Fabulous, “Of The Moment Jewelry” http://TheTreasuredAccessory.com/ Booth 604, 606 The Write Designs Carollton, Texas Decorative cups, humor napkins & more. Great for your holiday entertaining needs or a fun gift for teachers, neighbors, etc. www.TheWriteDesigns.com Booth 653, 655, 657 Three Sisters Bows Weatherford, Texas Handmade, high-quality bows in 50+ colors and 4 sizes.

Headbands, boot socks and gift items. Customize with monogramming Booth 216 Tiny Pies Austin, Texas Small pies, BIG taste. Farm-baked flavor right in the palm of your hand. Pre-order for Thanksgiving. We ship nationally. www.TinyPies.com Booth 313 Tomahawk Fishing Shop – NEW! Columbia, South Carolina Fishing-themed clothing and apparel, original art and fishing supplies for freshwater, saltwater & fly fishing. www.TomahawkFishingShop.com Booth 256 Treisi Norwalk, Connecticut Sophisticated modern lines with a classic femininity.

Elegant and fashion-forward hand-crafted designer jewelry at amazing prices. www.Treisi.com Booth 501 Twisted Simplicity Plano, Texas Affordable, unique fresh fashion for women, along with some holiday cheer.

Booth 255, 257 Two Elves with a Twist Frisco, Texas Holiday décor, women’s accessories, unique clothing, handbags, fashion scarves, pashmina wraps and much more. www.BacioFashions.com Booth 720, 722 Two Girls Toffery Addison, Texas Handcrafted, gourmet toffee made with the finest ingredients, including Swiss and Belgian chocolates and the highest quality nuts. www.TwoGirlsToffery.com Booth 628 Ultra Bella, LLC Celebration, Florida Dazzling & unique accessories for girls, ladies and the well dressed home. Personalize gifts with Custom Crystallization. www.UltraBella.com Booth 652

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Un Pueblo Westminster, California Fine, handmade serving collection made from pine and nickel, hammered serving items and woven colorful picnic baskets. www.UnPueblo.com Booth 109 Under Wraps Dallas, Texas Providing designer gift wrap, gable gift boxes, tulle, raffia, wire-edge & sheer ribbon at wholesale prices for 39 years. www.UnderWrapsGiftWrap.com Booth 517, 519, 521 Usborne Books & More Lakeway – NEW! Lakeway, Texas Exciting, engaging and educational books for babies thru young adult, including fiction, non-fiction, activity and novelty books. www.UsborneLink.com Booth 258 Valerie Allen Jewelry – NEW! Austin, Texas Bringing you fashionable jewelry using semi-precious stones. The mother-daughter line is carried in 50+ retail boutiques. www.ValerieAllenJewelry.com Booth 658 Vintage Ware Austin, Texas Handcrafted leather cuffs inspired by historical artifacts, each with a story to tell. www.Vintage-Ware.com Booth 305 We Olive and Wine Bar – NEW! Bee Cave, Texas High quality Evoo, Balsamics and Artisan gourmet foods as well as household items and gifts. www.WeOlive.com/Austin Booth 553 What’s Cookin’ Hot Springs, Arkansas Gourmet soup, chicken salad, pasta, sides and dessert mixes are quick and easy to prepare to make your life easier. www.WhatsCookinEasyMeals.com Booth 218, 220 Wildgoose Manufacturing and Mail Order Ingram, Texas Quality luggage and leather made in Texas at Wildgoose.

Unique gifts: antler, fossil, cowhides, lamps, boxes, handmade knives & décor. www.WildGooseManufacturing.com Booth 417, 419, 421 Willie’s Blue Ribbon Relish – NEW! Austin, Texas We specialize in making handcrafted specialty foods that are inspired by multi-generational family recipes. www.BlueRibbonRelish.com Booth 758 Wimberly, Inc. Austin, Texas Beautiful agate, druzy and wood jewelry. Personalized charms, gemstone jewelry, custom handbags and totes. www.WimberlyInc.com Booth 318, 320 Wise Guyz Gadgets – NEW! Austin, Texas Home gadgets for everyone from the gardener to the BBQ master! www.Wise-Gadgets.com Booth 551 Zinger Hardware Austin, Texas The coolest gifts and stocking stuffers for guys, gals, kids and pets. www.ZingerHardware.com Booth 510, 512

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