San Antonio Magazine Hosts 2nd Annual Cocktail Fundraiser, "Singles Party" Benefiting The San Antonio Humane Society
San Antonio, Texas (PRWEB) May 17, 2014 -- San Antonio Magazine together with Presenting Sponsor, Events by Reese will host the second annual Singles Party, a chic cocktail fundraiser benefiting the San Antonio Humane Society. This red carpet event will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at 7:30 pm at the historic Sunset Station. Guests will have the chance to mingle and participate in an auction to win a group date with the attractive roster of bachelors and bachelorettes. This cause for paws will assist in educational programs like “Summer Camp Humane”, veterinary training and internships to help prepare students for future careers. Donations and fundraising will also directly help local animals and the surrounding communities with their immediate necessities. Adoption services, spay/neuter programs, and micro chipping are all areas that will benefit substantially. All the proceeds from the event will aid in raising awareness and support for the critical services, education and programs of San Antonio Humane Society.
Rebecca Fontenot, Editor-in-Chief of San Antonio Magazine expresses, “Following the great response from San Antonio Magazine's Bachelor Party in 2013, we're throwing another bash featuring local singles. By popular demand, we've spotlighted bachelors and bachelorettes this year. Our singles have very different occupations and backgrounds—but they are all interesting, charming and good looking. I'm excited for readers to meet them and confident we'll have great participation in the date auction to raise money for the San Antonio Humane Society”. This interesting group of singles includes: Running Back Coach Polo Gutierrez, Realtor at Phyllis Browning Company Shelby Gambrell, English Teacher Kristen Henry, Global Talent Brand Manager at Rackspace Jason Hopkins,Tequila Specialist with Republic National Distributing Co. Cassandra Palacios, PR and Marketing Professional Joshua Salmons, Musician Brent Michael Wood, Photojournalist Jennifer Whitney, and Sports Marketing Director Sherí Barros.
Guests are anticipating being entertained by emcees Phil Anaya, reporter at Kens 5, and Bridget Smith, host of Great Day SA while enjoying gourmet hors d' oeuvres by Supporting Sponsor Rosemary’s Catering. Delectable signature cocktails will be served made with premium spirits from sponsors Cinco Vodka, Select 55. Also featured will be liquid nitrogen ice cream and cocktail drink by Frost 321.
The stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings of the exquisite Sunset Station will serve as the backdrop for the creative event planning firm, Events by Reese. Celebrity Event Planner & Designer Greg Reese, who is setting the gold standard for event planning in San Antonio, has personally designed themes for innovative decor and design vignettes. Guests will relish in delight while they dance on LED lit dance floor, lounge on pristine white furniture, all while surrounded by flattering uplighting and floral decor.
Highlights of the event include coveted raffle prizes that include a for a 5 day stay in Mexico, courtesy of DTL Travel, and a 2 Night Stay at Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine. Guests are encouraged to purchase their VIP or General Admission tickets early to receive special pricing. General admission tickets are priced at $20 until the day of the event and $25 at the door with group rates available for large parties. Accompanied with general admission purchases are two drink tickets complimentary to enjoy cocktails of his/her choice. VIP ticket holders will gain access to unlimited drinks and a private pre-event meet and greet with the singles. Prices for these tickets are set at $40 until the day of and spots are sold as available. To acquire tickets, visit http://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-antonio-magazines-the-singles-party-tickets-11287562403.
About San Antonio Magazine: Since it began publishing in 2005, San Antonio Magazine has been the premier lifestyle publication for the Alamo City and continues to be the leading resource for trends, style, dining, travel and leisure, home and garden and events in SA. The monthly, full-color glossy, published by Open Sky Media, Inc., is read by more than 90,000 people in and around San Antonio each month and is found at all major booksellers and newsstands, and in luxury and top-ranked boutique hotels in the city. Each month, our goal is to provide a reflection of the city, its scene and our readers. In content and style, San Antonio Magazine appeals to mature professionals, art enthusiasts, affluent, urban, well-traveled San Antonians. As the city grows, so will our mission to continue to deliver solid and relevant editorial content and photography, resource guides and features that inspire enthusiasm for and show a deep knowledge of our city.
About San Antonio Humane Society: The San Antonio Humane Society is a non-profit, no-kill organization that has served Bexar County and its surrounding areas since 1952. We are not affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States or the ASPCA. Every year, the San Antonio Humane Society shelters, medically treats, and rehabilitates approximately 5,000 animals that have been injured, abused, or abandoned until they are ready for adoption. Their mission is to protect and improve the lives of dogs and cats by providing shelter, care, adoption, rescue, spay and neuter programs, and community education.
Jessica Zapatero, San Antonio Magazine, http://www.sanantoniomag.com/SAM/May-2014/Singles-Party/, +1 713-894-4040, [email protected]
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