Houston’s Own Rhinestone Rodeo Takes Over Post 713 Music Hall — It’s a $1.5 Million Night For Cattle Baron’s Ball

Glamorous Cowboys and Cowgirls Make a Difference In Jam-Packed Event

By Shelby Hodge // Sep 12, 2023

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Angela Hernandez, Torie Halbert, Hollie Dorsett at the Houston Cattle Baron's Ball held at Post 713 Music Hall. (Photo by Wilson Parish)

With “Rhinestone Rodeo” as theme, the American Cancer Society’s Cattle Baron’s Ball rocked Post 713 Music Hall with a crowd of more than 900, many fashionably embracing the glittery motif and all helping raise more than $1.5 million. As is tradition, a grand buffet, pig races, casino tables and tequila tasting were warm up for the entertainment that opened with Pat Green and concluded with country superstar trio Midland.

More than 85 volunteer committee members helped pull off the extravaganza that was chaired by Jacquie Baly and Lara Bell. The success due in part to presenting sponsor Texas Oncology.

Jacquie Baly and Lara Bell photo by Wilson Parish — Gala chairs Jacquie Baly and Lara Bell at the Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball held at Post 713 Music Hall. (Photo by Wilson Parish)

Throughout the night and the lengthy program, guests meandered through the vast hall where every corner held some form of entertainment be it the silent auction display; Wine, Whiskey and Spirits Pull; TikTok photo both; Insolito Tequila tasting which included entry to the Diamonds Direct raffle; and the mighty buffet tables provided by Cotton Culinary.

KHOU Channel 11 news anchors Len Cannon and Mia Gradney served as emcees of the chock-full program that included a presentation from the chairs and introduction of the honorees. Taking bows were Community Honorees Judi McGee, Elsie Eckert, Dr. Scott Basinger, and Sidney Faust for their founding of the “Salute to Champions” Luncheon that benefits Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center; Health care Honoree Dr. Susan Blaney, director of the Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center; and Corporate Honoree CEOs Against Cancer Greater Houston Chapter.

Leisa Holland Bowman and Len Cannon photo by Daniel Ortiz — Leisa Holland Bowman, Len Cannon at the Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball held at Post 713 Music Hall. (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)

In a poignant moment Lisa Holland Bowman, American Cancer Society Houston Area board chair, shared her personal story of the recent loss of her husband to cancer.

“The continued support that we receive through this event will enable us to give the research programs the funding needed to find a cure for all cancers,” Bowman notes. “That is a goal I have and so did my late husband Bob.”

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Melissa Juneau, Amy Stanton at the Houston Cattle Baron's Ball held at Post 713 Music Hall. (Photo by Daniel Ortiz) — Melissa Juneau, Amy Stanton at the Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball held at Post 713 Music Hall. (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)

PC Seen: American Cancer Society senior executive director Jenny Todd, ACS South Region executive vice president Jeff Fehlis, Melissa Jueneau, Michael Blaney, Lauren Gray, Tiffany Halik, Matt Todd, Marilu Garza, Tammy and Dr. Charles Johnson, Hannah Swiggard, Winnell and Doug Herron, Robin and Danny Klaes, Patti and Don Murphy, Melissa and Keith Landsness, Janette and Jeff Marx, Roberta and Lee Schwartz, Beth Wolff, Cynthia Wolff, and Jennie Simmons.