Joel Luks

3 weeks ago | houston.culturemap.com | Joel Luks

The ballroom at The Houstonian welcomed more than 400 guests gathered for the Spirit of Spring 30th Anniversary Gala, celebrating the enduring mission of The Children’s Assessment Center (The CAC). The evening proved both a tribute to three decades of service and a forward-looking pledge, culminating in a fundraising total that exceeded expectations.   Photo by Daniel OrtizEd Emmett and Adrian Garcia. Chaired by philanthropic duo Sam and Kasteena Parikh, the night began with a swirl of activity.

3 weeks ago | houston.culturemap.com | Joel Luks

Spring wildflowers, dancing under the stars, and a donkey in the mix? Just another enchanted evening at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center’s Alfresco Gala, where more than 400 guests embraced the great outdoors — florals, fried chicken, and all — to celebrate 50 Years of Volunteers. Dubbed “Little Party on the Prairie,” the affair honored the invaluable helping hands who’ve supported the arboretum’s mission across five decades.

3 weeks ago | houston.culturemap.com | Joel Luks

Party WatchJoel LuksJun 3, 2025 | 2:00 pmWhat: American Cancer Society Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball Kickoff Party  Photo by Jacob Power PhotographyThe 2025 Cattle Baron's Ball committee. Where: Goode Co.’s Armadillo PalaceThe Scoop: With boots polished and spirits high, 250 guests two-stepped their way into Goode Co.’s Armadillo Palace for the official kickoff of the 2025 Cattle Baron’s Ball.

3 weeks ago | houston.culturemap.com | Joel Luks

Bourbon Street VibesJoel LuksJun 2, 2025 | 1:30 pmFor one evening, the Post Oak Hotel in Uptown channeled the charm of New Orleans as the University of Houston Law Center’s Alumni Association hosted its 48th Annual Law Gala and Auction. With a French Quarter-inspired theme and more than 600 guests in attendance, the black-tie affair raised an impressive $779,000 in support of scholarships, advocacy programs, and faculty research.   Photo by Laura SponaugleSophia and Leticia Leal.

4 weeks ago | houston.culturemap.com | Joel Luks

A child sleeping on the floor isn’t just a statistic — it’s a crisis. And on May 8, more than 400 guests packed River Oaks Country Club to do something about it. The Furniture Bank’s No Kids on the Floor gala, chaired by advocates and board members Francie and Mike Willis, raised more than $300,000, a record-breaking figure for the organization.