Red Haute Divas

January 25th

Coordinator: Queen Arlene Rivenes

Activity: A Celebration - Red Haute Divas 6th Anniversary. Party & Lunch at the Post Oak Grill in Sugar Land.

 

18 divas graced this gathering with their presence. They were: Susie Adair, Sue Adam, Dana Anderson, Carolyn Azevedo, Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Edna Matamoros, Dolores Patterson, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Diane Schuler, Marcelle Smitley & Barbara Watson.

 

February 22nd

Coordinators: Evelyn Rosenbaum & Marcelle Smitley

Activity: Lunch & Games at The Olive Garden Restaurant in Sugar Land.

 

14 divas chose to join the fun & camaraderie at this event. Present were Dana Anderson, Julie Beu, Linda Dick, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Dolores Patterson, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum, Diane Schuler, Marcelle Smitley, Barbara Trotter & Ester Wleczyk.

 

March 22nd

Coordinators: Pat Hayden & Ester Wleczyk

Activity: Tram Ride through the Bayou Wildlife Park in Alvin. Lunch at Casa Ole Restaurant there.

 

9 divas treated themselves to this unusually delightful outing: Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Connie Kaleta, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum & Ester Wleczyk.

 

April 26th

Coordinators: Julie Beu & Barbara Trotter

Activity: Visit the Texas Exhibit at the Houston Museum. Lunch at the Armadillo Palace.

 

8 divas were available during Easter Week to take in this interesting exhibit and enjoy lunch with each other. They were Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Connie Kaleta, Dolores Patterson, Eva Quearry, Evelyn Rosenbaum and Diane Schuler.

 

May 24th

Coordinators: Virginia Lemmon, Dolores Patterson & Diane Schuler

Activity: Picnic Basket Contest in Brazos Bend Park.

 

10 divas were able to take advantage of this open-air gathering in the park. Games played there were not only fun but helped members to get to know each other better. In attendance were: Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Virginia Lemmon, Dolores Patterson, Eva Quearry, Diane Schuler, Barb Trotter and Ester Wleczyk.

 

June 24th - 4th FRIDAY

Coordinators: Arlene Rivenes & Ester Wleczyk

Activity: A BINGO party at the Fort Bend Library in Richmond. Silent Auction for the Cinderella/Cinderfella Project. Invitation to friends as guests. Lunch at nearby Gringo's Restaurant.

 

11 divas were among the 23 ladies who gathered together for this event. Among them was the 'fairy godmother' of the Cinderella Project - Eva Fackeldey. They had oodles of fun playing bingo - with the lucky amongst them winning hefty cash prizes. They were generous in bidding on silent auction items - raising $700 for the chosen charity. And they enjoyed camaraderie over Gringo's food & spirits. Divas in attendance included Susie Adair, Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Edna Matamoros, Janet Moss, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Diane Schuler & Ester Wleczyk.

 

July 26th

Coordinators: Sue Adam, Carolyn Azevedo & Lisa Pepin

Activity: Games/Games/Games to be played at Corelli's Restaurant. Lunch served in their wine room.

 

10 divas plus three guests joined in the fun at this gathering, which was organized the last minute by Queen Arlene, due to the illness of two of the hosts (Sue Adam & Carolyn Azevedo). Lisa Pepin & Connie Kaleta assisted in carrying this activity off in style. Various games were played and prizes awarded at Corelli's private wine room. A fixed $15 lunch was served there between games. Desserts (brought by Lisa Pepin & Connie Kaleta) were also enjoyed, as well as ice tea (brought by Lisa) and wine (brought by Arlene - no cork fee). Divas in attendance included Dana Anderson, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Lisa Pepin, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum, Diane Schuler & Ester Wleczyk. What fun we all had!

 

August 23rd

Coordinators: Dana Anderson & Linda Dick

Activity: Tour of the Funeral Museum in downtown Houston. Lunch at Zio's Restaurant.

 

10 divas were in town to be able to take in this interesting and educational museum outing. Lunch afterwards at Zio's Restaurant was great; prizes were won; and cameraderie amongst us was enjoyed. Present were Divas Dana Anderson, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Diane Schuler, Virginia Lemmon & Ester Wleczyk. (Diva Connie Kaleta intended to come along, but missed her ride in the end. Bummer!)

 

Septmeber 27th

Coordinators: Shirley Beu & Eva Quearry

Activity: A Houston Police Detective speaking to the diva group on the topic of solving 'cold' cases within the department. Lunch served at Eva Q's home.

 

16 divas carpooled to Eva's house for this interesting agenda. A seasoned HPD detective told us about the impact DNA has made on solving numerous cold cases. A HPD officer was also present and added to the discussions. Eva volunteers for the HPD and personally knows these law officials. She & co-host Shirley served us a delicious meal before the talks began. There also were chances to win prizes. Divas present included Susie Adair, Sue Adam, Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Dolores Patterson, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum, Diane Schuler, Marcelle Smitley, Barbara Trotter & Ester Wleczyk.

 

October 25th

Coordinators: Connie Kaleta & Janet Moss

Activity: A chef-prepared Italian lunch at Janet's home.

 

11 divas were available to participate in this very entertaining gathering, where Chef Gabriella Vacca prepared a delicious Italian luncheon right in Janet's beautiful kitchen. Oh my goodness, what a treat we had! Also, a clever hostess gift was prepared by Connie&Janet and given to each person there. Divas present included Sue Adam, Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Janet Moss, Dolores Patterson, Lisa Pepin, Arlene Rivenes and Diane Schuler. Three invited guests also enjoyed the experience.

 

November 14th - 2nd Monday

Coordinators: Susie Adair, Edna Matamoros & Barbara Watson

Activity: Enjoy lunch while watching a movie at the Star Cinema & Grill on Highway 6.

 

11 divas traveled to the Star Cinema Grill to see the movie 'Tower Heist' while enjoying lunch. The group was impressed with this beautiful new facility. Before the show, door prizes were awarded by the hostesses. Divas in attendance included Susie Adair, Julie Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Edna Matamoros, Lisa Pepin, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum, Diane Schuler, Barbara Watson and Ester Wleczyk. While Eva Quearry did not stay for the movie&lunch, she came by to briefly visit with the group and to take pictures.

 

December 12th - 2nd Monday

Coordinators: Arlene Rivenes & Norma Smith

Activity: Celebratory Christmas Party at Arlene's Home.

 

20 divas participated in this four-hour gathering to celebrate the Christmas Season together in Queen Arlene's home. Divas present included Susie Adair, Dana Anderson, Julie Beu, Shirley Beu, Linda Dick, Pat Hayden, Connie Kaleta, Virginia Lemmon, Janet Moss, Dolores Patterson, Lisa Pepin, Eva Quearry, Arlene Rivenes, Evelyn Rosenbaum, Diane Schuler, Norma Smith, Marcelle Smitley, Barbara Trotter, Barbara Watson and Ester Wleczyk. The potluck food & drinks were delicious. The program prepared by hostesses Norma and Arlene was much enjoyed. Winners were excited when earning lovely prizes. But the camaraderie was best of all. Two guests of the queen were present (Brenda Stevenson & Mary Schordock), raising the number at the festivity to 22.