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Alliance Francaise of Oklahoma City sponsors Children's Chorale December 31, 2010 | Comment on this article Leave a comment Click here for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery The children perform one of the songs during the Children’s Chorale program. Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette---Sorry for your loss? December 29, 2010 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! Question: I recently saw an acquaintance that had lost her husband nine months ago. Read More
Lakehurst neighborhood is scene for tour and holiday event December 27, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery Rachael and Nelson Bolen were hosts for the party after the Lakehurst neighborhood home tours. Read More
Jane Jayroe honored at book signing December 26, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery Kirk Hammons, Nancy Ellis, Jane Jayroe, Judy Love, Brenda McDaniel enjoy the party in the Love home for Jayroe. Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette: Socks, Leggings, Tights or Pantyhose? December 22, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery YOU ASK! Read More
For a Merry Christmas, I wish you..... December 20, 2010 “A LITTLE SMILE, A WORD OF CHEER, A BIT OF LOVE FROM SOMEONE NEAR, A LITTLE GIFT FROM ONE HELD DEAR, BEST WISHES FOR THE COMING YEAR!” (FROM JOSE FREEDE’S CHRISTMAS CARD!) …SPECIAL CHRISTMAS CARDS! Read More
Parties Extra! Jamie's at Casady Square December 17, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! photo gallery Jamie Gaddis from Jamie’s Catering in Casady Square talks on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette...Text or Call? December 15, 2010 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! QUESTION: Is it OK for a guy to text you to ask you out on a date? Read More
Guests at reception enjoy the boats and sparkling lights at the Holiday River Parade December 15, 2010 Karen Black, Harper and Leslie Husbands were at the Holiday River Parade. Read More
Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club members have holiday event December 13, 2010 Tim and Susan Love, Karen and Pete Delaney enjoy the party at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Read More
It is Christmastime at JRB Art at the Elms in Oklahoma City December 10, 2010 CLICK HERE for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery Joy Reed Belt talks with Helen on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette: Gift-giving December 08, 2010 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! QUESTION: My name is Julie and I found you on a website for holiday etiquette.. Read More
OPUBCO's David Thompson is new YMCA Chairman of the Board December 07, 2010 CLICK HERE for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery \ David Thompson is introduced as new YMCA Chairman of the Board. Read More
@thepioneerwoman YOU ROCK! December 05, 2010 CLICK HERE for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery Cookies by Bridget Edwards…using “flood icing.” (Photos by Helen Ford Wallace). Read More
Parties Extra! Beautiful poinsettias are blooming at Trochta's Flowers December 03, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! Photo Gallery Jim Vallion talks about the poinsettias at Trochta’s Flowers and Greenhouses on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 etiquette...What kind of gift should I get? December 01, 2010 QUESTION: I got a phone call from my sister asking advice as to how she should politely word invitations to a housewarming party.  The hostess/guest of honor has let it be known that gifts or gift cards should that come from Hobby Lobby, as that’s where they want their new decor to be from.  The whole... Read More
Devon Energy Holiday River Parade is coming up this week-end! December 01, 2010 Ron Norick, Mike McAuliffe and Paula Love tell about the Devon Energy Holiday River Parade on Parties Extra! Read More
Debutantes and escorts presented at the 2010 Beaux Arts Ball in Oklahoma City November 30, 2010 Bebe and Bruce MacKellar were at the Beaux Arts Ball at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. Read More
Oklahoma Art League gets "Special Recognition" award November 29, 2010 Gov. Brad Henry gave the ‘Special Recognition” award  to Linda Barnett, president of the Oklahoma Art League, at the Governor’s Arts Awards presentation at the state capitol. Read More
Bachelor's Club of Oklahoma City members select 2010 debutantes for the Christmas Ball November 27, 2010 Click here for Parties Extra! photo gallery Members of the 2010 Bachelor’s Club selected the twenty six women for the 65th annual Bachelor’s Club Christmas Ball. 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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