Pink Happenings

It seems like just yesterday that the Pink Headquarters “busy season” was coming to an end and the staff was winding down a fabulous year!  It’s hard to believe we are already one week into August and only 5 weeks away from Tour de Pink!!   If you are not registered, sign up today and start fundraising! 

In 2011, we kept the momentum rolling with a second September event – the 1st Annual Sporting Clays Tournament – Pink Pigeons and raised over $50,000 making the event a huge success! Pink Pigeons was such a big hit, we are hosting the 2nd Annual event on September 28th at Westside Sporting Grounds.  We still have a few sponsor opportunities available and are looking for participants!  To sign up or sign up or learn more, click here!  

All monies raised at Tour de Pink and Pink Pigeons will benefit our mission to use the arts to promote breast health, save lives and improve the quality of life for those touched by breast cancer.  Visit our website http://www.pinkribbons.org for more information about where our money goes!

 

 

I love Touring in Pink!

From Development Coordinator, Kristi Okwuonu….enjoy!!

I am so excited that Tour de Pink is two months away. Registration is open, teams are forming and money is being raised. I am overwhelmed every year at the number of participants, sponsors and volunteers that join us for the ride (and many are returning). Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who has signed up so far.

We are off to a great start with the planning of the event and certainly could not have done it without or AMAZING and FABULOUS steering committee. This phenomenal group, led by Margaret Shelton (the BEST RIDE DIRECTOR EVER), dedicate hours upon hours to making Tour de Pink a huge success. They think about the riders, sponsors, volunteers and what is best for them at all times. They have been with us since the beginning, care about the cause and our mission, and are willing to do whatever it takes. I heart them all tremendously!

Prairie View A&M University and it’s staff and students… honestly there are not the words to express our gratitude. There is an ease, comfort and great joy knowing that we have built a relationship/partnership with such a fine institution. It is a pleasure to know that they have our backs and LOVE being there on campus every year. The student volunteers are the most enthusiastic, funny and kind group. 2011 will be a tough group to beat!

I love Tour de Pink. It is an wonderful event and I look forward to it every year. It brings more joy knowing that together we are raising tons of money to make sure that Pink Ribbons Project can continue to promote breast health, save lives and improve the quality of life for those touched by breast cancer.

If you love Tour de Pink as much as I do, have not registered yet and are reading my blog post…register TODAY ONLY with the discount code KRISTILOVESTDP and receive $5 off of your registration at www.tourdepink.org!  I love touring in pink so join me for the 2012 Tour de Pink!

Silent Auction Sneak Peek… For the Guys!

A Sneak Peek  preview of the men inspired packages but I am sure a few ladies wouldn’t mind a round of golf and/or some great tickets to the Houston Astros, Houston Aeros and Houston Dynamo games!

Round of Golf for Four              

Donated By: Raveneaux Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf for four with carts at Raveneaux Country Club’s championship golf course.

“Men Men Men” Package

Donated By: Hamilton Shirts, Houston National Golf Club

 A Round of golf for four with carts at Sterling Country Club, a Houston National Golf Course and treat yourself to one made-to-measure men’s shirt from Houston’s own, Hamilton Shirts.

Houston Sports Fan Package

Donated By: Greenberg Traurig, Houston Aeros, McRee Ford

Enjoy Four tickets to a Houston Astros  2012 season game with parking pass, Four lower level corner seats tickets to Houston Aeros 2012-2013 regular season game, and four tickets to the SOLD OUT Houston Dynamo game on opening day(Saturday, May 12, 2012) of the new BBVA Compass Stadium. Let’s go Houston!!!!

* Subject to availability. 
 
To purchase tickets starting at $45,  clickPink at the Brown Tickets!
 
Pink at the Brown Details:
7:00 pm:  Wortham Opens & Silent Auction Begins
8:00 pm:  Curtain followed by a Dessert & Champagne Reception
9:45 pm:  Silent Auction Closes
Pink at the Brown will feature works from:

Alley Theatre

Da Camera of Houston

Houston BalletHouston Grand Opera

Houston Symphony

Society for the Performing Arts

Silent Auction Sneak Peek … TRIPS!

Summer is upon us….which means time for a vacation and look here are two already planned for  you!

These two silent auction packaged trips will be featured at Pink at the Brown presented by Mach Industrial Group, Inc along with many other packages not too be missed.

Perfect Trip for the Art Lover!   Santa Fe, New Mexico

Donated By: Geronimo, McRee Ford, Michael Dale, Ten Thousand Waves

Soak up the culture in beautiful Santa Fe! Enjoy a one-week stay at this picture perfect two bedroom, two bath Canyon Road home.

The stay includes use of a 2011 Ford Edge Car and a gift certificate for dinner for two at award-winning restaurant, Geronimo (less gratuity, tax and alcohol). Spend an afternoon getting lost in the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum with your four guest passes, the only museum in the world dedicated to an internationally known American Woman Artist.  End your week at the unique mountain spa, Ten Thousand Waves for a premium hot bath for two!

*Subject to availability. Some date restrictions apply. Expires May 2013


Texas Beach Get Away Package Galveston, Texas

Donated By: Shelly and Marty Power, Schlitterbahn Galveston Island WaterparkSealed Luxury Coolers, The Rafte Family

Watch the gorgeous sunsets in Galveston Island at a Pirates Cove two bedroom, one bath condo for a week-long stay.

Included in your stay will be a round of golf for four with carts at Galveston Country Club, two all day passes to the family favorite Schlittrerbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. When spending the day on the beach don’t forget to bring your luxury sealed cooler and your pink beach chair. *Subject to availability, Some date restrictions apply. Expires May 2013

To purchase tickets starting at $45,  clickPink at the Brown Tickets!

Pink at the Brown Details:

7:00 pm:  Wortham Opens & Silent Auction Begins

8:00 pm:  Curtain followed by a Dessert & Champagne Reception

9:45 pm:  Silent Auction Closes

Pink at the Brown will feature works from:

Alley Theatre

Da Camera of Houston

Houston Ballet

Houston Grand Opera

Houston Symphony

Society for the Performing Arts

Silent Auction Sneak Peek, Just for the ladies!

Pink at the Brown presented by Mach Industrial Group, Inc is just around the corner, May 10, 2012!

This year we have received some AMAZING silent auction donations and we couldn’t wait any longer to share with you. Here is an official sneak peek at some of the silent auction items and packages just for the ladies!

Couture Lunch, Donated By: Saks Fifth Avenue 

Enjoy lunch for ten at 51Fifteen Restaurant & Lounge at Houston Galleria’s Saks Fifth Avenue. Followed by make-overs and party favors at the cosmetic counter. The perfect afternoon for you and your lucky friends! *Must be redeemed by July 27, 2012.

 Cheeky Girls Night Out, Donated By: Cheeky Vintage

 You and ten of your best girlfriends enjoy a night of shopping at Cheeky Vintage and  one $100 gift card towards any purchase. *Must be redeemed by September, 2012.

The Pink Crown, Donated By: Elaine Turner Designs

 Grab your Elaine Turner fuchsia snake clutch and meet your friends at Elaine Turner’s Rice Village store for a private shopping party with cocktails, light bites and receive 20% off all purchases! *Subject to availability, spirits and gratuity not included. 

Western Haute Couture, Donated By: Double D Ranch

 Step out in this Four Corner Maxi Dress in Rambler Rose Traveler turquoise and the God’s Eye Jacket made of 100% sheep from the Double D Ranch spring 2012 collection.

 Pink Swarovski Poppy hand-woven brooch, Donated By: Mindy Lam for Tootsies

 

Chanel Sunglasses, Donated By: The Eye Gallery

 Chanel’s spring 2012 season sunglasses with Tweed-effect acetate play in and out and metallic CC signature.

Kalo Sterling Silver Circle Brooch with Cherries,  Donated By: Past Era Antique Jewelry

A sterling silver Chicago Arts & crafts signed Kalo openwork circle brooch depicting a cluster of cherries and leaves. American, circa 1920. Dimensions: 2 7/8” in diameter

Make sure to keep checking the blog, more silent auction sneak peek’s coming your way!

To purchase tickets starting at $45,  click: Pink at the Brown Tickets!

Pink at the Brown Details:

7:00 pm:  Wortham Opens & Silent Auction Begins

8:00 pm:  Curtain followed by a Dessert & Champagne Reception

9:45 pm:  Silent Auction Closes

Pink at the Brown will feature works from:

Alley Theatre

Da Camera of Houston

Houston Ballet

Houston Grand Opera

Houston Symphony

Society for the Performing Arts