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PARTIES EXTRA!---May 31, 2008---Drew Neville's family barbecue and book signing party May 31, 2008 | Comment on this article Leave a comment Click Here for Parties Extra! Podcast: Chris Lower, Gaillardia Country Club’s Food and Beverage CELEBRATING THE NEW BOOK Susan Parker and Drew Neville celebrate Neville’s new book “Jack’s 45th.”The book is about family, Oklahoma and World War II history. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 26th---Backyard party for Rachel Samara and Nelson Bolen May 26, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! Podcast: It’s time for fun party make-up DINNER AND SHOWER Nelson Bolen, Rachel Samara and Libby and Bobby Nelson enjoy Christy and Jim Everest’s backyard where an”Outdoor Entertaining” shower was held for Samara and Bolen. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 20,2008---Dancing with The Friends May 20, 2008 Click Here for Parties Extra! Podcast: It’s time for fun party make-up LOTUS CLUB CONVENES Beautiful table centerpieces by Jim Vallion at Trochta’s Flowers set the scene at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club for the Lotus Club dance. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 17, 2008---Here's To You, Kay!!!! May 17, 2008 Kay Murcer BUBBLY TRIBUTE …Everyone enjoyed Kay Murcer’s 60th birthday party. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 14, 2008---Seventy Five Dance Club members have a great history! May 14, 2008 click here for Parties Extra! Audio Interview: Helen talks with Kris Frankfurt, local volunteer SEVENTY FIVE CLUB TRIVIA Club president Steve Garrett and Ron White talk during dinner. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 12, 2008---Three Junior Leaguers Honored May 12, 2008 Special recognition was given to three Junior League Sustaining members at the annual membership luncheon at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 10,2008---Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences comes to City May 10, 2008 CAST MEMBERS ENTERTAINED Stewart and Sandy Meyers and Heather and Bob Ross entertained for the Kennedy Center touring group. Read More
Parties Extra!---May 3, 2008---Parties May 03, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! audio interview—with partners of the Durbin, Larimore, and Bialick law firm. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 30, 2008---Remembering Mex April 30, 2008  Click here for Parties Extra Podcast— Helen talks with  Kris Frankfurt, local volunteer,about the Memorial Garden MEMORIAL GARDEN IS BLOOMING In front of the Junior League Headquarters at 1001 NW Grand Blvd., there is a circular flower bed filled with pretty red rose bushes and some garden plants. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 25, 2008---On The Oklahoma River April 25, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! Podcast—Helen talks with Sandy Meyers VIP RECEPTION HELD IN REGATTA PARK Ray and Lou Ackerman were at the 2008 U.S. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 21, 2008---Symphony Show House Special Viewing April 21, 2008 Linda and Wendell Patton greet guests as they arrive at the Symphony Show House. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 18th, 2008---Reception Honors Mother of the Year April 18, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! Podcast—-Helen talks with Jennifer McCharen, hair stylist at Van Cleef’s Hair Salon about party hair. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 14, 2008---Junior League 80th Anniversary Gala April 14, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! Podcast about Party Hair—-Helen interviews Jennifer McCharen, hair stylist at Van Cleef’s Salon Carrie Leonard and Cyndy Hoenig–Co-chairmen of the Junior League 80th Anniversary Gala. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 13, 2008---Outstanding Panhellenic Women Introduced At Luncheon April 13, 2008 Kendra Yandell models a bridal dress from JJ Kelly. ( Photo by Helen Ford Wallace). Read More
Parties Extra!---April 11th---2008 President's Ball Honors Amy and Eddie Edwards April 11, 2008 Cliff and Connell Branan are greeted by Amy and Eddie Edwards at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 9, 2008---Tulsa Volunteeer Receives Honor April 09, 2008 Jean Bonney McGill, Tulsa, was given The American Cancer Society Lifetime Achievement Award for 34 years of dedication to the Society and the fight against cancer. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 6, 2008---Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame Honors Nine Journalists April 06, 2008 WINNERS….Nine Journalists were inducted into the 38th Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame on April 4. Read More
Parties Extra!---April 5, 2008---Week of parties April 05, 2008 Click here for Parties Extra! Podcast—Helen talks with Junior League members about the 80th Anniversary Celebration Gala Bart Conner, Nadia Comaneci and Tom and Lisa Price were at The Petroleum Club to celebrate Conner’s 50th birthday. Read More
Parties Extra!---March 29, 2008---Ribbon cutting ceremony held at Oklahoma Christian University March 29, 2008 DEDICATION…. Three areas of Oklahoma Christian University were dedicated recently by a group of University, City and state dignitaries. Read More
Parties Extra!---March 28, 2008---Coco and Bryan March 28, 2008 click here for Parties Extra! audio interview—Helen talks with Molly Shi Boren about OU parties Lee and Sherry Beasley and Coco Lorenzo and Bryan Beasley celebrate Lorenzo and Bryan Beasley’s engagement. Read More

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Parties Extra - Senior Follies

Bobbie Burbridge Lane and Lolly Anderson from the Oklahoma Senior Follies join Helen to discuss their event occurring at OCU on June 14, 15 and 16.

Parties Extra - Annie Oakley Society Luncheon

Judy Hatfield and Terri Cooper join Helen to discuss the Annie Oakley Luncheon and Awards and this year's honoree, Nadia Comaneci.

Parties Extra!: Junior League's new focus area

Cristi Reiger, Junior League President, joins Helen to talk about a new focus area, the 2013 Mistletoe Market and celebrations plans for the 85th anniversary.

Parties Extra: Prom and Party Hair

Jennifer McCharen with Rutz salon has tips on how get the most popular looks for the spring and summer party season.

Parties Extra: Party Galaxy

Party Galaxy's Marty Dillon describes what the store has to offer for your summer parties.

Parties Extra: Wine, Women and Shoes

This year's event is at a new location and the fundraiser has some new featuers for 2013.

Parties Extra: Symphony Show House

There are three homes on display this spring as part of the Annual Symphony Show House.

Parties Extra: Integris Gala

Becky Endicott and Heather Haglund join Helen to discuss the upcoming Integris Gala.

Parties Extra: What's Cooking

Helen has the scoop on new ideas for Easter desserts.

Parties Extra: A New Season and New Name for Metro Florist

Trochta's Flowers and Garden Center is getting ready for Easter and the spring planting season.


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