Dish-Houston

Well, sort of. Momentum Audi, CultureMap, DISH-Houston and a few other really awesome companies sponsored the 4th annual Casino Night benefitting Houston's Health Museum.

The people who actually put the event together with their own sweat and tears however are Health Museum president Jon Iszard, auction chairs Maidie Ryan and Drew Wilson and honorary chair Jared Lang.

The music was swinging the the dice were rolling and Houston's social scene was kicked off with a bang at the Hobby Center. Everyone for the most part wore "Casino Chic" however this year we had one standout in the crowd... Bellaire City Councilman Corbett Parker who broke the mold by hanging out in red pajamas, white robe and shades, unlit cigar in hand. HYSTERICAL!!!

CLICK HERE for Pics from Last Night Pics!

There were some serious poker players in the mix of the fun night on the 4th floor with an extra $100 but that didn't stop the fun downstairs. THe Health Museum really knows how to throw a party with blackjack, craps and the aforementioned poker, high stakes and regular (the high-roller Texas Hold 'Em tournament chaired by Eva Farha. Shawn O'Brien was the first place winner).

It was preceeded with the VIP cocktail Hour in the private room at Artista. The gaming tables surrounded the silent auction where DISH'S very handsome and gracious date bought her the gold and peridot earrings from J.Silver.

Of course with the event at the Hobby Center, the food had to be by the best in town Cordua Catering!

Seen on the Scene:  Uchenna Agu, Lara Bell, Lori Freese, Dustin Palmer, Dr. Roland Maldonado and Joel Bickley, Nick Phillips, Shelby Hodge, Nick Espinosa.

Hey DISHIES! Want a guaranteed great night out while benefitting a good cause??

The Health Museum is preparing for the 4^th annual Casino Night event, sponsored by DISH-Houston.com is Saturday, August 21 at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts from 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Guests will enjoy casino games including Blackjack, Roulette and Craps while food and drinks are being served. You can shop at the silent auction all while being entertained by Dino John singing the classics. This year’s featured event is an exclusive poker tournament hosted by Eva Farha with incredible prizes for tournament winners.

“Adding an exclusive poker tournament to our Casino Night event has allowed us to create an even more exciting evening for our guests.  And the continued support of Momentum Audi gives us an opportunity to make this event even better each year.  We look forward to hosting an incredible, memorable evening,” said Jon Iszard, president and CEO of The Health Museum. 

            Additional Casino Night sponsors include Porsche West Houston, CultureMap.com, Barefoot Wine, Double Cross Vodka, 808inc, Saba Studios and Western Lithograph.

            Individual tickets for museum members are $125 and non-member individual tickets are $150.  Ticket price includes admission for one, playing chips and more!  Tickets purchased at the door are $175 so make sure to get yours in advance! Poker tournament tickets are available for $250 per person and include tournament entry, first buy-in and admission for one to the Casino Night event.

For more information including purchasing your tickets CLICK HERE!!!

ABOUT THE HEALTH MUSEUM

The Health Museum is a member institution of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center and is located in the heart of Houston’s Museum District at 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX 77004.  Recent additions to the museum include You: The Exhibit, a highly interactive look at the physical, psychological and future you, and the McGovern 4D Theater, Houston’s only 4D theater, where 3D films and environmental effects like wind, rain, fog and lightning combine to create a memorable experience.

So what are you doing this weekend DISHIES??? Aside form attending the Health Museum Casino night at the Four Seasons??

CLICK HERE for some grand ideas!!

Do you have your tickets yet for The Health Museum's Casino Night!!?? It's Saturday!

It's that time--Casino Night 2009 benefiting The Health Museum is just around the corner! Purchase your tickets today--to avoid missing out on a Sin City-filled evening of gambling, dancing, vegas entertainment and mayhem. And, there is still the After Party;) Tickets are selling quickly--grab yours before we shut it down!

Co-Chairs
Lara Bell
Roseann Rogers

Auction Chairs
Libby Cagle
Amy Popp

After-Party Chairs
Katherine Orellana
Mark Sullivan

Host Committee

Ms. Sharon Aboussleman & Mr. Errol McLaughlin; Ms. Ashley Allen & Mr. David Cordua; Ms. Cynthia Summerford Birdwell; Mrs. Linda Brown; Ms. Kristen Cannon; Ms. Diane Cervenka; Mr. Ronald Cormier & Mr. Bruce Sebree; Mrs. Tammy Dowe; Mr. Nick Espinosa; Mr. Mark A. and Mrs. Jennifer L. Evans; Ms. Lori Freese; Mr. Naji Ghorayeb; Mr. Eric & Mrs. Suzanne Gschwind; Ms. Tiffany Halik; Mr. Dennis Hatchett; Ms. Sarah Jones; Ms. Jennifer Juarez; Mr. Cullen Kappler; Mr. Bryce Hairston Kennard; Drs. Ayeez & Shelena Laji; Mr. Jared Lang; Ms. Lisa Lee; Mrs. Traci Lee; Ms. Jennifer LeGrand; Ms. Abby Lestin; Mr. Brent Milam; Ms. Amanda Mills; Mr. Tim Moloney; Ms. Samantha Mundinger; Ms. Mauri Oliver; Ms. Erica Rose; Dr. Franklin & Mrs. Cindi Rose; Mr. Benjamin Rose; Mr. Kyle Ross; Dr. Lucho Rossman; Ms. Jessica Rossman & Mr. Gordon Bethune; Ms. Samira Anne Salman; Mr. Bob Schamus; Dr. Aashish Shah; Ms. Sarah Smith; Mr. John Spurrell; Mr. Sanford Steinberg; Mr. and Mrs. Gib Walton; Ms. Christina Ward; Ms. Ashley Werhly; Mr. Drew Wilson; and Mrs. Bonnie Bell Woodrow. (We've bolded the ones we know and love =))

Join the high rollers of Houston on August 15th, 2009
from 7:00-11:00 p.m. at The Four Seasons Hotel and support The Health Museum!

This is the third annual event for an evening not to be missed! Proceeds benefit the Museum's programs and exhibits. This event brings the fun and energy of a Las Vegas casino to the streets of Houston! Hot guests enjoy the excitement of gambling and the thrill of shopping all while enjoying canapés and concoctions.

Sponsors:

~THE HOUSE~
The Four Seasons Hotel
~STRAIGHT FLUSH~
Southwest Airlines
~FOUR OF A KIND~
808INC~ J&D Entertainment
~FULL HOUSE~
002 Houston Magazine~Edward Sanchez Cosmetics
~FLUSH~
Let it Fly Events~Mrs. Sue Trammel Whitfield~Centerpoint Energy~Jon & Cindy Iszard~Kyle Ross & Katherine Orellana~Mike Speets & Krystle Rossi~Mike Stanley & Paula Speets~Danny Villarreal & Pat Siddons~Roseann Rogers & Lara Bell~Brian Parsley, M.D.~Rome Salon and Day Spa

~Tantilizing bites by Quattro Restaurant
~Casino Games & Vegas Entertainment
~Music by Elvis, DJ Pooks & The Caceres Trio
~Complimentary Valet Parking
~Attire: Casino Chic

Tickets start at $100 for museum members, $125 for non-members, and $150 if you purchase tickets at the door.

For more info and to buy tickets, please CLICK HERE!

See you THERE DISHIES!!!