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!!!

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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.

Not only is it the beginning of a new decade, but it's also a blue moon tonight! Oh the possibilities! DISH has compiled a list of amazing local parties where you can ring a ding ding in the new year just remember to have a designated driver or get a cab please!!! DISHIES need to be SAFE!!

Blessings, Love and Much success and Happiness to you in the new year DISHIES!

Pick a neighborhood and a budget there is plenty to choose from in Houston this year!

* 13 Celsius! 13|31 New Year's Eve & Anniversary Celebration - 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.  3000 Caroline, Houston 77004  713.529.VINO / info@13celsius.com  $15, added to your bill For reservations, please email info@13celsius.com.

* Alden Hotel offering dinner packages and rooms for the night for safety and luxury! - $100 per person, plus tax and gratuity. - $175 per person includes perfectly paired wines served with each course, plus tax and gratuity.  - Prices include hats and horns with 2010 champagne toast. Large parties limited to eight. $6 valet parking available to *17 diners.

* Strait's Restaurant at the New City Center is having their first Black and White Ball!  Five-course dinner--$75 (including champagne toast)  After 11pm--$20 cover Please call (713) 365-9922 to make dinner or table reservations to avoid line and admission.
12 am FIREWORKS!!!

* So Vino has DISH friend and playmate Bubba singing this evening plus an amazing pre-fix menu! 4 courses and entertainment is only $45!! The 3rd seating includes entertainment and is $55....THAT is the one you want to go to! The a la carte is $8- $32! Make reservations by calling 713 524 1000

* Red Room is going to be hot tonight with a DJ Spinning, Champagne Toast at Midnight, Drink Specials, and More...$100 Pre Sale Only Tickets Tickets MUST be pre purchased before the event and can be purchased at Red Room, by calling 713-520-5666, or by email at rsvp@thecannonaffair.com LIMITED AVAILABILITY!!!

* Mercer is having their first annual Masquerade Ball!! Complimentary cover with all reservations and bottle service  $20 cover at door (limited space available) Party favors and balloon drop at midnight Complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Black tie optional To reserve seating call 713-627-1132 or visit www.mercerhouston.com

* Mo's, A Place for Steaks is having 5 piece band, 6 course tasting menu party favors, Champaign toast at midnight. There is a sit down dinner but you better act fast! It's almost sold out!!!  DISH will be hitting up this party without a doubt!

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S DISHIES! =)

DISH is so excited that one of our favorite movies is coming to Houston for a 3 week run in Broadway form! Broadway Across America series and Producers Cameron Mackintosh and Thomas Schumacher are pleased to announce Mary Poppins!!!  Houston’s most eagerly anticipated stage production since the Rat Pack Live from The Sands with Stephen Triffitt as Frank Sinatra! Curtain goes up at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, October 22 through Sunday, November 8. 

The entire creative team has reunited to bring this magical story of the world’s most famous nanny to audiences across North America.  Original Broadway stars, Ashley Brown and Gavin Lee, will reprise their roles as “Mary Poppins” and “Bert” respectively. 

For her portrayal of “Mary Poppins”, Ashley Brown received Drama League, Drama Desk and Outer Critic Circle nominations for Best Actress.  Upon graduating from the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Ms. Brown landed a leading role in the touring production of Disney’s On the Record. Soon after she was offered the chance to star in Beauty and the Beast and made her Broadway debut as “Belle” in September 2005.  Upcoming projects include concerts with Marvin Hamlisch, the New York Philharmonic and a debut album of American Songbook standards.

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!!! HOW EXCITING!!! Can't wait!! See you there DISHIES!

JOAN RIVERS LIVE IN HOUSTON! TONIGHT!!! It's not too late! You can buy tickets on line still or at the box office tonight! The show starts t 8 pm at the Hobby Center and Houston's who's who will be on hand for this amazing event! DISH will be there with bells on early! Our friend and make-up artist to the start Edward Sanchez knows how much DISH LOVES Joan so he asked us if we wanted to be his assistant while he does her majesty's make-up for her show tonight! ARE YOU KIDDING! We are honored to schlep your Sh!t for Joan! and you...of course Edward, because we love you! =) Joan is one of DISH'S major influences! OH Can We Talk??

DISH-Houston.com special All Seats - just $25
Order tickets online at: www.brilliantlectures.org

JOAN RIVERS a force of nature—and one of the hardest working celebrities in the world– is a comedienne, best-selling author, Tony-nominated actress, playwright, screenwriter, motion picture director, columnist, lecturer, syndicated radio host, Emmy Award-winning television talk-show host, jewelry designer, red-carpet fashion laureate and businesswoman, and MOTHER!

Using her unique gifts of humor, compassion and tenacity Joan Rivers continues to triumph over personal tragedy and attain extraordinary professional success.

Join us for a special Las Vegas Style performance in Houston for one night only!


* For Adult Audience
* Benefiting the Youth Education and Outreach Programs of the Brilliant Lecture Series, a 501(c)3