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Coming up...Women Entrepreneurs Inspire Conference...April 4th March 02, 2012 | Comment on this article Leave a comment Dr. Nola Miyasaki  of the Oklahoma State University Riata Center for Entrepreneurship and Linda Haneborg talk about the Women Entrepreneurs Inspire Conference on Parties Extra! Read More
Sarah's hair looks wonderful! March 01, 2012   Do you  think the woman on the Pantene Aqua Light commercial looks familiar? Read More
Parties Extra!---Cunninghams honored at baby shower February 29, 2012 Tea sandwiches and cookies were served at the party. (Photos by Helen Ford Wallace). Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette-How about free samples? February 28, 2012 YOU ASK! WE ANSWER! YOU DECIDE! Email etiquette questions to HWallace@Opubco.com QUESTION: Is it ethical to take free samples companies offer and use them for a craft project or another personal use that has nothing to do with the product? Read More
City Rescue Mission "Hearts of Hope" Tea February 27, 2012 Hearts of Hope tea was held at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Read More
ARTS! ARTS! ARTS! .... Parties Extra! February 24, 2012 Linda Tiller, Linda Haneborg and Sandy Meyers talk about Arts! Read More
2011-----The Best Year Ever!---------------2012-Happy New Year! Parties Extra! December 24, 2011  Happy New Year! 2011 has been a great year! Let’s wrap it up with some social happenings, with party pics.  The photos appeared this year in The Oklahoman and on NewsOk’s photo gallery or Parties Extra! Read More
Jennifer McCharen talks about holiday hair styles on Parties Extra! December 23, 2011 Jennifer McCharen from Rutz Salon talks how to fix your hair for holiday parties on Parties Extra! Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette---Me first? December 21, 2011 QUESTION: Is there a “me first” attitude going on? Read More
Lakehurst neighbors have Christmas party December 19, 2011 Angela Payne Reynolds welcomes  Barry and Anne Gray to her home. Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette-December birthday? December 18, 2011     BY CALLIE GORDON, LILLIE-BETH BRINKMAN AND HELEN FORD WALLACE QUESTION: My friend’s birthday is Dec. Read More
Joy Reed Belt talks about her art gallery on Parties Extra! December 17, 2011 Joy Reed Belt talks about JRB Art at the Elms Gallery on Parties Extra! Read More
Celebrating tennis at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club December 13, 2011 Brent Huesman, Gary Trost, Dexter MacBride and Tim Shanahan bring out the old tennis rackets. Read More
Country Club celebrates 100 years! December 12, 2011 Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club. (Photo by Doug Hoke). Read More
Larry Brannon and his baked fudge, brownies, coconut cake. Yum! December 09, 2011 Larry Brannon talks about holiday desserts on Parties Extra! Read More
Cake pops add to the holiday spirit! December 08, 2011 Davis adds the finishing touch to his cake pop. (Photos by David Faytinger). Read More
20-40-60 Etiquette- Table manners December 08, 2011 QUESTION: I would like to know whether table manners are still in vogue. Read More
Lee Allan Smith receives "Distinguished Fiji Award" at reception December 07, 2011 Homer Paul, Bill Martin, Lee Allan Smith, Gov. Mary Fallin, Bill Rodgers were at the reception where Smith received an award. Read More
Jimmy Samis and his trains! December 04, 2011 One of the trains in Jimmy Samis’ collection. (Photo by Helen Ford Wallace). Read More
Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club celebrates 100 years December 02, 2011 Chuck Ainsworth, Oliver Boudin and Linda Dowling talk about the 100th year celebrations at the Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club on Parties Extra! Read More

Parties Extra!

This is the current blog to learn about parties in Oklahoma City. My updated photos also add to the story. I write a weekly social column for The Oklahoman and Twitter daily. Thanks for the visit!!



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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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