Local Celebrities Decorate Jewelry Boxes at The Workshop To Benefit CASA Of Travis County

Business Wire, August 27, 2004

AUSTIN, Texas -- Auction to be Held at Austin Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications (AWC Austin) 75th Anniversary Gala

WHO:   Austin Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications
       (AWC Austin), CASA of Travis County and many well-known Austin
       celebrities

WHAT:  Jewelry Box Decorating Party benefiting CASA of Travis County

WHEN:  Sunday, September 12, 2004, 12-4 pm/CDT

WHERE: The Work*shop, 1211 West Sixth Street, Suite 400

The Austin Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications (AWC Austin) is bringing together Austin's shining stars including Sarah Hickman, MIX 94.7 DJ Bridget Taylor and children's book authors Angela Shelf Medearis and Trevor Romaine. Austinites' favorite celebrities, politicians and media will be decorating jewelry boxes to benefit CASA of Travis County, which helps abused and neglected children in Travis County.

This creative and charitable affair will take place at The Work*shop, located in the West Sixth Street Marketplace. The decorating event will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2004 from 12-4 pm, and all of the jewelry boxes will be auctioned off at AWC Austin's 75th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 7 pm. Proceeds from the Jewelry Box Auction will benefit CASA of Travis County, the only non-profit organization in Austin that provides long-term volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children.

Interview Opportunities:

--AWC representatives to discuss the upcoming 75th Anniversary Gala

--CASA representatives to discuss how the organization is changing the lives of abused and neglected children

--Sarah Hickman, singer, songwriter and humanitarian

--Angela Shelf Medearis and Trevor Romaine, local children's book authors

--Lisa Maxwell, longtime AWC member and co-owner of The Work*shop, a newly opened craft workshop

To buy a one-of-a-kind jewelry box decorated by your favorite celebrity, make plans to attend the AWC Diamond Anniversary Gala on September 18 at the Hilton Austin Hotel. The Gala will celebrate Austin's history in communications while honoring some of AWC's most precious gems from the past 75 years who have told the stories of our times and impacted Austin's history. The Gala will also feature a Diamond Champagne fundraiser where attendees can win a 1-carat diamond while supporting AWC's Joe Caldwell Meyer scholarship fund. The Gala includes a unique video presentation, an elegant dinner, and entertainment by The Newsboyz and the Mike Kasberg Quartet. Tickets are $75 and are available now by visiting www.awicaustin.com/gala.htm.

CASA of Travis County

CASA of Travis County is the only non-profit organization in Austin that provides long-term volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children. CASA of Travis County has been advocating for the abused and neglected children of Travis County since 1985. For more information about CASA of Travis County please visit www.casatravis.org.

The Work*shop

The Work*shop is a walk-in arts and crafts studio where guests can explore their creativity in a variety of artistic projects, such as ceramics, beading, bath products and more. The Work*shop also offers a wide variety of classes, and can assist with developing custom events, fundraisers and private parties. The Work*shop features a selection of fine arts and crafts from Austin artists in its retail section. Located in the West Sixth Street Marketplace, The Work*shop is open seven days a week. For more information, visit our Web site at www.theworkshopaustin.com, or call 512-473-ARTS (2787).

AWC Austin

The Association for Women in Communications serves to advance professionals in all disciplines of communications. AWC Austin's membership is comprised of journalists, graphic designers, small business owners, marketers, meeting planners, writers, public relations experts and more. AWC Austin provides professional development opportunities; develops mentor relationships; cultivates networking and community volunteerism opportunities as well as to promotes leadership opportunities in Austin. Founded under the name Theta Sigma Phi, AWC has long been known for innovative programming, unique educational and professional growth opportunities and leadership in the field of communications. For more information about AWC Austin, please visit www.awicaustin.org.