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20-40-60 Etiquette---Manners in the metro? June 30, 2011 | Comment on this article Leave a comment YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! QUESTION: When I was young, there was a children etiquette course entitled, “white gloves and party manners. Read More
Kam Gamble and Guilford Gardens June 30, 2011 Kam Gamble talks about her garden and parties on Parties Extra! Read More
Parties Extra! ---Women for Oklahoma State University meet in Oklahoma City June 29, 2011 Ann Hargis, Lela Sullivan, Suzanne Spradling, Susan Dobson were at Gaillardia Golf and Country Club. Read More
Chi Omega alumni members meet for lunch June 27, 2011 Barbara Brown, Carole Pyle, Susan Rutherford, Dan McGuire, Jane Ellen Weaver, back, and Cherry Kay Clifford, BJ Robinson, seated, were at the Chi Omega luncheon. Read More
Joy Reed Belt and M.J. Van Deventer entertain at brunch June 26, 2011 M.J. Van Deventer, right, welcomes Narda and Jim Wilcox to the party. Read More
Oklahoma City's Lakehurst Neighborhood has a "Facelift At Fifty!" June 25, 2011 SoRelle Fitzgerald talks about Lakehurst Neighborhood on Parties Extra! Read More
Fabulous Finds!---Julie Tibbs finds a home for her "re-claimed objects!" June 23, 2011 Julie Tibbs shows her kitchen table, one of her favorite finds. Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette---Thank you! No... Thank you! June 23, 2011 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE QUESTION: Should I write a thank you note for a thank you gift. Read More
Carol Troy honored at birthday party! June 22, 2011 Polly Nichols, Sue Ann Hyde, Gene Barth, Dudley Hyde, Kathy Walker, Karen Browne were at the birthday party. Read More
Parties Extra!---Oklahoma City Beautiful Golf Tournament held at The Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club June 20, 2011 Michael Joseph, Lisa Synar, Dick Marshall were at the Mayors Golf Tournament. Read More
Cast party follows Oklahoma Senior Follies June 19, 2011 Bobbie Burbridge Lane, David Herendeen, Carol and Gary Sander were at the cast party. Read More
Parties Extra!---Purple Sash Gala set June 17, 2011 Jan Peery, YWCA CEO, and Joy LaBar, Purple Sash Gala co-chairman, talk on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette---When should parents quit picking up the tab? June 16, 2011 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! QUESTION: My husband and I are in our early fifties, we have 4 children, only one is still at home…two of my daughters are married, and have good jobs. Read More
Northwest Classen High School reunion held June 14, 2011 Mary Denman, Harrison Levy, Jan Hurley were at the reunion. Read More
Dinner honors John-Paul Philippe at the Artspace at Untitled Gallery June 13, 2011 Spencer Stone, Annie Bohanon, Jon Burris were at the dinner. Read More
Luncheon honors Symphony Show House board June 12, 2011 Jeannette Sias and Jose Freede were hostesses for a thank you luncheon. Read More
Parties Extra! ---Bobbie Burbridge Lane and the Oklahoma Senior Follies June 10, 2011 Bobbie Burbridge Lane talks about the Oklahoma Senior Follies on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette---What do I do with my evening bag? June 09, 2011 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! QUESTION: The other night I carried my small, bejeweled evening bag to a dinner and it was still to big to set it on the table, so I put it on the floor. Read More
Mix: Art By The Ounce features drink competition June 05, 2011 Erica Reid, Rachel Hernandez, Cody Ferguson, Rebecca Daley, Sean Ridenour, Rob Crissinger enjoy the party. Read More
Parties Extra! ---Lights and parties! June 03, 2011 Dewey Beene and Judy Lehmbeck talk about special lighting effects at parties and weddings by IES Events on Parties Extra! Read More

Parties Extra!

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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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