Gather in community to create memories with your fellow SJ moms and curate a delicate, one of a kind floral arrangement in a floral design class under the expertise of Ann Davis-Bruch (Collins Davis '18) of Flours and Flowerless at FIORI, an Italian restaurant and floral boutique. You will create an arrangement that will bring you joy just in time for Mother’s Day!  Included in this special event are mimosas, a light brunch and your very own floral masterpiece. Date:          Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 10amLocation:     FIORI, 4315 Montrose Blvd. Houston 77006Price:          $100 per personThis party is hosted and donated by SJ alumni moms Ann Davis-Bruch, Dana Arrell, Leslie Ashby, Deb Dade, Michele Holbrooke, Colleen McFarland, Anya McInnis, Carrie Morey Zamora, Carolina Moskoski, Christine Mowatt-Larssen, Elsa Piekielniak, Andrea Quinn, Kathy Revis, Martha Rutledge, Mary Schneidau, Alice Smith and Beth Steier.

The Kentucky Derby is more than a horse race, it’s along-standing tradition – and an excellent reason for a party! Be sure to wear your Derby Best and favorite hat! Enjoy the ‘most exciting two minutes in sports’ while sipping a mint julep and betting on the ponies! It is sure to be a fun-filled afternoon with friends and enjoying many of the celebrated traditions of Churchill Downs. Traditional Derby cocktails, beer, wine and heavy hors d’oeuvres are included.Date:               Saturday, May 7, 2022, 4pm-7pmLocation:         The home of Leisha and Jeff Mamera, 10902 Little Lisa Lane, Houston 77024Price:               $125 per person  This party is hosted and donated by Leisha and Jeff Mamera, Leigh and Filipe Barbosa, Elizabeth and Gary Bezemek, Wendy and Joe Blasi, Karen and David Cecil, Donna and Jim Donnell, Mary Frances and David Dumay, Holly and Breen Haire, Jane and Michael Jamieson, Danica and Jeff Johnston, Seita and Jimmy Jongebloed, Lisa and Tommy Lovoi, Michelle and Trey Martin, Kate and Dave Mittelholzer, Amanda Vavilala and Rick Morales, Robin and Jeff Proctor, Karen and Jason Rash, Anne and Barry Siller, Saula and Paolo Valente, and Sandy and James Walker.

Take some tequila, add a little salt and lime…it’s time for Strake Jesuit Moms and Margaritas, and it is bound to be a good time! This party is the best recipe for a successful start to the new school year. Join this year’s group of fun hostesses and enjoy our festive celebration. You won't want to miss The Traveling Spirit Bar, offering a margarita for every mom’s mood - classic, spicy or fruity!Date:               Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 5:00 pm (Sunday before school starts)Location:         The home of Demi Jessett, 4522 Park Ct, Bellaire 77401Price:               $100 per personThis party is hosted and donated by Demi Jessett, Whitney Anderson, Leah Aschmann, Jamie Broach, Kathleen Broussard, Kelly Butler, Allison Byman, Moira Davis, Nicole De Los Santos, Jennifer Dye, Laura Fetokakis, Alison Fulbright, Robyn Harrison, Karen Haysley, Cindy McKee, Gina McMahon, Heather Miller, Sejal Patel, Susan Ratterree, Dana Richardson, Mary Grace Ruden, Sandy Schmalz, Elizabeth Shebay, Laura Sloan, Christie Sullivan, Jennifer Toney, Marisa Weber, Kathleen Wood, and Ginger Wright.

An evening of fine wine and culinary perfection awaits you! Join nationally recognized Master Sommelier, Jack Mason for perfectly paired wine with gourmet cuisine, provided by award winning chef and restaurateur, Claire Smith (Jack Murrell ‘22), owner of The Alice Blue. Jack Mason will introduce each of the spectacular wines selected and will be available for intimate discussion and questions. This sophisticated evening at the home of Carrie & Tom Field also includes laughter and memories that will last a lifetime!Date:               Saturday, October 15, 2022Location:         The home of Carrie and Tom Field, 3605 Georgetown, Houston 77005Price:               $175 per personThis party is hosted and donated by Carrie and Tom Field, Julie and Seth Barrett, Kristen and John Berger, Jamie Broach Byrd and Jeff Byrd, Kelly and Sean Butler, Laurie and Teddy Dykoski, Kelly and Jim Frew, Kathleen and Chris Graf, Trisha and Tye Hancock, Lori and Rob Hendricks, Juliana and John Kelliher, and Anna and Taylor Ripley.

Head to the fields! Join SJ moms for a day of fun-filled antiquing on this luxury bus trip along SH237 from Warrenton through Round Top to Carmine.  No hassles or parking to deal with. You will be spoiled by curbside drop-off in front of the gates and there is plenty of storage under the bus to tote back your finds. Enjoy plenty of refreshments and libations on the bus.Date:               Monday, October 24, 2022Bus will depart from the Strake Jesuit parking lot at 8:00am and return at approximately 7:00pmPrice:               $175 per person  This excursion is hosted and donated by a group of Strake Jesuit moms including Kelly Evans, Robyn Harrison, Lee Ann Acquaro, Erin Ayers, Melissa Bohnsack, Allison Byman, Jenn Finch, Karen Haysley, Demi Jessett, Chrissy Miller, Keely Moore, Shannon Ramirez, Patricia Sayegh, Laura Sloan, and Jennifer Toney.

Texas Hold’em is the name of the game at this tried and true gathering of Jesuit fathers and sons to play poker at the Ledet Casino.  Both camaraderie and spirited competition are in the cards for this proven winner of a poker fest with dads and sons vying for a jackpot of terrific prizes.  But that’s not all….when you ante up, there is no chance you’ll go away hungry after chowing down great snacks and a delicious meal!  Best of all, our own Crusader coaches and faculty members will deal the cards.  Go with the odds and bet on this one.  Date:             February 4, 2023Location:        The home of Courtney and Jared Ledet, 10111 Shady River, Houston 77042Price:              $100 per personThis party is hosted and donated by Courtney and Jared Ledet, Lauren and Dwayne Anders, Kim and Bo Barrett, Jennifer and Pat Drouilhet, Victoria and Tim Forkner, Kristine and Charlie Fote, Kristi and Dwayne Hyzak, Sara and John Mallon, Melissa and Jimmy Marks, Colleen and Bill McFarland, Stephanie and Mark Mixon, Keely and Rodney Moore, Denise and Rich Muller, Susan and Cary Ratterree