Out & About with Albert Feb. 2-8

A perfect pairing

Lamar University hosted their 10th annual Pairings fundraiser, which benefits the Dishman Art Museum. This unique viticultural event featured a five-course dinner paired with the original wines of Silver Oak. The enchanting fundraiser was a brainchild of Roy Steinhagen, who co-chaired with his wife Kim and Lee Ann and Terry Garth. Once again, the affair was sold out to underwriters, who bought full tables and have attended year after year. What a true testimony to a successful fundraiser! Tiffany Frazier, the Southwest Regional Sales Manager for Silver Oak, was the guest speaker. Guests included Whitney Neighbors (granddaughter of Kate and Herb Dishman), Patti and Floyd McSpadden, Melody and Pat Parsons, Kim and Charles Giglio, Diane and Don Shaver, Vivian and Coffy Pieternelle, Chuck Mazoch, Leslie and Bill Wilson, Sherry and Jeff Branick, Stephanie and Bernie Daleo, Denise and Mark Smith, Paige Windham, Cullen Ramsey, Jeff Spoeri, Melissa and Martin Edwards and Doug Fair, just to name a few. The funds raised through this event support the exceptional exhibitions and programs of the Dishman. Most recently, the museum exhibited a solo show of selected photographs from the renowned photographer Keith Carter’s upcoming book, “Ghostlight.” The current exhibition includes paintings and works on paper by Marvin Hayes, Lynn Sweat, Maudee Carron, Allie “Bill” Skelton and Paul Manes.

B-day… neither rain, wind or a kitchen problem could keep guests from a terrific party. During the horrific weather last week, Margaret Victories was fêted on her bday with a surprise divine dinner by her gal-pals and the help of hubby Andrew. Raising their glasses of bubbly and fine wines to their friend were Brittney and Tim Ferguson, Emily Trevino, Crystal and Logan King, Haylee Faggard, Laine and Robbie Morrison, Lauren and David Thieme, Katherine and Mike Williams, Kelsey and Jeff Fairchild, Sara Norman, Emily and Brock Wilson, Carly and Colette Shelander, Allison and Ross Heare to name a few. Fabulous florals by Valentino’s adorned the exquisite table and a quartet entertained the group throughout the evening.

 Amazing exhibit… Last Friday evening, Dennis Kiel hosted an opening reception featuring the artworks of four acclaimed Lamar University alumni with distinguished careers in art. Marvin Hayes, a 1963 graduate, Michael Kennaugh, a 1986 graduate, Paul Manes, who graduated in 1983 and Allie “Bill” Skelton, a 1965 graduate. Artistic types Lynn Castle, Bonnie and Robert Madden, Ines Alvidres, Mike McKee, Jamie Kessler, Marilyn and Tom Bell, Tanya and Michael Lee, Celia Crittenden, Suzanne Nichols, Bonnie Vessel, Joyce Philen, Danielle Harris, Christie Feagin, Donald Bullock, Kathe’ and Jim Hendricks, Theresa and Todd Madden, Chris Castillo, Magda Villarreal, Melissa Hudler Gouthier, Barbara Warren, Lisa Brown and too many more to mention, enjoyed the fantastic night.

Save the dates… Beaumont Community Players is nearing the century mark. Details on their 99th season were released that begins later this year. On stage is “9 to 5 the Musical,” “Chicken and Biscuits,” “A Christmas Carol,” “America’s Sweathearts’ Christmas,” “Beehive: the Christmas Musical,” “The Miracle Worker,” “Grand Horizons” and “The Wiz: Super Soulful Musical.” BCP will host the final weekend of “The Mountaintop” this weekend, Feb. 2-4, at 7:30 p.m.

Singalong… the Lutcher Theater in Orange will host the sounds of “Home Free: Road Sweet Road Tour,” which features Nederland native Tim Foust and his fellow all-vocal country music entertainers, on Sunday, Feb. 19, at 7 p.m. This is a perfect evening of music that includes Nashville-dipped pop hits, country and western standards, incredible harmony and quick-witted humor.

Storkmarketing… Mackenzie and Chase Hidalgo welcomed their second image, Archie Thomas Hidalgo on Jan. 28. This bundle of joy weighed in at 6 pounds and 11 ounces. Big brother Hollis is thrilled with his younger brother. Congrats!

Candles and cakes… belated best to Judy Dishman and Amanda Rienstra. B-day wishes to Barb Raymond, Ginny King, Kelly Roebuck, Jackson Meadows, Callie Roane, Katherine Davis, Julie Bertolino, Lee Mann, Charlotte Fontenot, Bill Oxford, Shelly Thomas, Lara Lee LaMendola, Taryn Hebert, Priscilla Garcia, Shari Marchand, Robyn Moore, Peyton Toups, Steve Holloway, Will Gavrelos, John Frischer, Lane Stuart, Will Darling, Kimberlee Traylor, Frank Zummo, Elaine Jabbie, Barbara Nelson, Tyler Troutman, Janna DeLaet, Debra Dickerson, Jill Malach, Becca Peveto, Tammy Crutchfield, Kim Phelan, Hubert Oxford IV and Jason Cansler.

Until the next RSVP!