WITH OUR
FRIENDS AND FAMILY
October
Cheers to 70 Years
20th-23rd
2024
THANKS FOR HONORING US
WITH YOUR PRESENCE
LET'S PARTY AS
WE CELEBRATE
Ava LaTanya’s 70th Birthday
Oct. 20th - Oct.23rd
FAMILY
Taylor Hilton (Tayylor Made)
Daughter
Justin Hilton and Aneta Walus
Son and Girlfriend
Brandon and Margo
Sister and Son
Emanuel and Margo
Sister and Husband
William and Karla
Sister and Husband
My Story
My Story
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Cheers to 70 years – Ava LaTanya’s birthday celebration begins Oct 20… with our last outing on Oct 23rd.
Learning that the Alvin Ailey Dance Company was going to perform in Paris for the first time in over 7 years, was my inspiration for a celebration in Paris. As many of you know…. Dance is my first love!
I was born on October 10, 1954, Ava LaTanya Hall, In Detroit Michigan to Martha and Armsby Hall Jr. I was blessed to have two sisters (Karla and Margo), and a second dad Teddy Harris Jr.
I have had the incredible honor of living all across the US from the west coast of San Diego to New York and other cities in between.
I was also privileged to experience living in Europe during my twenties and spending time working globally (London, Paris, Johannesburg, Riad, Germany, Italy) on behalf of IBM.
I was magically blessed to meet my soulmate (Steven Hilton) almost 40 years ago. (Yes it’s true I picked him up in a night club in NY while out with Margo).
We are blessed to have had Taylor and Justin (Our Children). We continue to be proud (parents) of how creative, tenacious, generous and caring they continue to be as they travel through life in a world very different than the one we grew up in.
My life experiences have taken me into the worlds of professional dance, professional sports, politics in the highest office of our country, the magical music of Motown, the many inspirational forms of the performing and visual arts, the true wonders of technology…. and cultures around the globe.
I am truly humbled that you are taking time from your busy lives to share this milestone birthday with me and my family.
It’s the relationships with all my friends that I am blessed to have… that I hold most dear and truly treasure.
SO LETS PARTY!!!!
Event Venue and Location
Venue
We’ve selected the best venues ranging from hotels, restaurants, museums and more that will provide a memorable 3 days event!
Chill BYOB Gathering at the Hilton’s Airbnb
Plan to come by anytime after 6:30 PM and before 11PM. Attire is as casual as you want. You bring your beverage of choice.. we will have snacks and tunes! There may even be an opportunity to watch American football in one of the rooms.
Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea In a quaint tea room we will enjoy Pastisseries, Savories, Scones, and of course luscious Tea. Iconic teas Since 1854 (www.mariagefreres.com) Seating is limited 10-15 ..
Bourse de Commerce Museum
Bourse de Commerce Museum. Drawing on the wealth and diversity of a collection of more than 10,000 works by some 350 artists, the Bourse de Commerce’s artistic and cultural programming features a regular rotation of temporary exhibitions in the museum galleries year-round. (Pinault Collection currently) This is where we will have dinner (restaurant on upper level). Get your tickets soon Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection – Online ticket sales Date selection [Exhibitions ticket 09/10-31/12] – Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection
Celebration Dinner Halle AUX Grains
Dress: Colorful, Whimsical Cocktail attire (Add gloves for fun as Parisians often do.. or not). Ties are not required. No jeans please. We will thank you for celebrating with us as we enjoy an innovative and delicious dinner. You are welcome to treat yourself to wine (57 euros for three glasses)
Giverny Monet Gardens
Self-guided tour. Hotel or Residence pick-up (all at same location) and drop-off in Paris Roundtrip small group of 8 people air-conditioned Minivan or Car. English-speaking driver guide. 3 hours in Giverny (entrance tickets included). Video guide in English. You will visit Giverny and Claude Monet's house at your own pace. Entrance fees don’t include: Food and drinks, Guide once on-site, and Museum of Impressionism
Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile - WINDO SKY BAR
If you like.. Join us for a little libation at the rooftop bar before the Alvin Ailey Concert next door at Palais des Congres de Paris
Alvin Ailey Dance Theater
PROGRAM B composed of works that have already met with great success (Following the Subtle Current Upstream by Alonzo King and Dancing Spirit by Ronald K. Brown). Alvin Ailey's iconic ballet Revelations will be featured so that everyone can (re)discover the emotional power generated by this masterpiece of modern dance first performed in 1960.
Dior Museum “La Galerie Dior” private tour & CAFÉ Coffee/pastry
Join us for a private tour (prior to the museum’s opening time), and a pastry at the end of the tour in Dior Café. If you like Christian Dior’s reputation as one of the most important couturiers of the twentieth century. In 1947 with his very first collection, in which he introduced the “New Look.” Featuring rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and very full skirt. His legacy influences fashion globally still today.
Music and Dancing – Le Caveau de la Huchette
If you like… join us at the temple of jazz and swing for the last 75 years in the Latin Quarter, my dad Teddy played there in the (60's) and I have been going there for over 40 years. There is always a live band in this “actual” cave, with people dancing swing and I have been going there for over 40 years. There is always a live band in this “actual” cave, with people dancing swing and/or anything, in the small dance area. Come early so we can sit together