Celebrating 35 Years of Shrimp and Support
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The following is a mashup of community partners, sponsors, and people whose lives have been directly impacted by The Rose. You’ll hear why sponsors like HEB support The Shrimp Boil, why The Celanese Foundation teamed up with The Rose for the first time, why one volunteer continues to cook, and how one man’s wife was directly impacted by our work.
Shrimply the Best: The Shrimp Boil’s Celebration of Community
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During this episode, you’ll learn about The Shrimp Boil’s humble beginnings. From those modest roots that include a mini-bass boat, the event has blossomed into a beloved community tradition that raises funds for The Rose’s programs.
A Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor’s Sweet Contribution to The Rose
![A Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor's Sweet Contribution to The Rose 3 Sharon Cho](https://therose.org/wp-content/uploads/Sharon-Cho-1024x1024.jpg)
Meet Sharon Cho, a two-time breast cancer survivor and head of the dessert table at The Shrimp Boil. Sharon has been a part of the Shrimp Boil since 1998, baking countless delectable treats like the bestselling pineapple upside-down cakes.
Uninsured but Not Alone: A Woman’s Gratitude for The Rose
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Judy Pareya is a breast cancer survivor and dedicated volunteer at The Rose. She joins Dorothy to share her powerful story, emphasizing the life-saving importance of early detection. Judy’s experience underscores the vital role The Rose plays in providing care for uninsured women.
We Challenge You to Outbid THIS GUY at The Shrimp Boil
![We Challenge You to Outbid THIS GUY at The Shrimp Boil 5 Pat McDavid](https://therose.org/wp-content/uploads/Pat-McDavid-1024x1024.jpg)
Pat McDavid, affectionately known as “Sunshine,” has supported The Rose for years. For close to ten years, Pat has attended our annual Shrimp Bowl. And without fail, he gets the crowd going with the raising of his live auction paddle
Shrimply Irresistible: The Rose’s 35th Annual Shrimp Boil
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The Shrimp Boil is a beloved annual fundraiser hosted by The Rose. What started as a small gathering has blossomed into a massive party with over eight hundred attendees. It happens at the Pasadena Convention Center on June 22nd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
How One Man Became Houston’s Premiere Auctioneer and one of The Rose’s Best Friends
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Renowned auctioneer “Bear” Hebert, a steadfast champion of The Rose for over three decades, shares his journey from early life to his calling in auctioneering, offering a heartfelt reflection with Dorothy on their meeting and his enduring friendship with The Rose, and candidly discusses his family’s experience with breast cancer while providing sage wisdom on supporting a spouse/partner going through breast cancer in this episode.
Mark Meeker: 22 Years Stirring the Pot for The Rose’s Shrimp Boil
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Mark Meeker has supported The Rose for many years as the liaison at our annual Shrimp Boil. Twenty-two to be exact.
During this mini-episode you’ll hear about what has remained the same since he started, and why he continues to support The Rose.
Meet the Woman Whose Quilts Save Lives
![Meet the Woman Whose Quilts Save Lives 9 Ella Thomas](https://therose.org/wp-content/uploads/Ella-Thomas-1024x1024.jpg)
Ella Thomas has created quilts for The Rose for over twenty years. During this mini-episode, you’ll learn about her work, what she enjoys most about her creations, and how The Rose has personally impacted her life.
How One Man Became Houston’s Premiere Auctioneer and one of The Rose’s Best Friends
![How One Man Became Houston's Premiere Auctioneer and one of The Rose's Best Friends 10 Bear Auctioneer](https://therose.org/wp-content/uploads/IMG_9372-1024x768.jpg)
Renowned auctioneer “Bear” Hebert, a steadfast champion of The Rose for over three decades, shares his journey from early life to his calling in auctioneering, offering a heartfelt reflection with Dorothy on their meeting and his enduring friendship with The Rose, and candidly discusses his family’s experience with breast cancer while providing sage wisdom on supporting a spouse/partner going through breast cancer in this episode.