It was all fun and games at the InterContinental Hotel during a festive gala for the Periwinkle Foundation. The highlight of the night? An appearance by Ms. Paige, an elephant from circus company Trunks and Humps. … Shahzad Bashir was honored for his community leadership at Interfaith Ministries’ annual Tapestry Gala at the Hilton Americas, where proceeds for the charity topped $1 million. … “Tickled Pink” was the night’s theme at the Houston Area Women’s Center’s gala at the Omni hotel, which starred entertainer Rita Rudner and raised $825,000 to benefit the Center. Photos by Kim Coffman