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Best Party on Earth at the Four Seasons
The Best Party on Earth almost washed out. A raging thunderstorm struck just as the Leadership Austin revel began at the Four Seasons Hotel. And this was supposed to be a garden party!
Daniel and Tina Longoria
Luckily, leaders thought ahead and, by the time I arrived, everything was safely transferred to the banquet room and lobbies. The title of the annual event, usually dubbed Best Party Ever, was taken from its circus theme (as in “Greatest Show on Earth”). Brightly attired jugglers, card-readers, clowns, etc. roamed the hotel’s low-key interiors.
Jerry Philips and Zeena Angadicheril
This is not the first Austin party to employ these entertainment specialists, and it’s well past time for me to write about the tribe of circus folks we obviously harbor here in town. I chatted with two stilters who represent Flourish & Fool, Kelsey Strauch and Jules McEvoy. They were preparing to embark on the summer circus circuit, but have settled in Austin.
David and Rose Cardona
Back to Leadership Austin. The sterling group that trains future Austin leaders needs no further praise from me. I’ve been touting the program for almost two decades and have spoken to classes and meetings many times. It grooms more social connectors than almost any other outfit.
Kelsey Strauch and Jules McEvoy
Honored this round were Patsy Woods Martin, whose I Live Here I Give Here is another role model; grand man Neal Spelce and charity stars of the year, Priscilla Guajardo and John-Michael Cortez. (Earlier this week, I saw a bit of Cortez’s influence at Plaza Saltillo, where I walked with former Mayor Gus Garcia.) Quite the celebrities for all the right reasons!
UPDATE: Daniel Longoria’s name was incorrect in a previous version of this post.
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By Camille Abbott
June 4, 2010 8:54 AM | Link to this
Such a great group! I loved my year of Leadership Austin!