The Lone Star African Violet Council (LSAVC) is an association of individuals with an interest in African Violets. LSAVC was founded in 1975 and is a resource for African Violet enthusiasts across the state of Texas. Members of LSAVC, including local African Violet Societies and individuals, are interested in sharing information about the culture of African Violets and other gesneriads. LSAVC members work to stimulate interest in African violets by providing educational activities and judged African violet shows in communities statewide.

"Houston, We Have Violets", Richard and Anne Nicholas at the 2012 Lone Star Convention and Show in Houston, TX.
Anne Nicholas: Best in Show for Jolly Mischief, Second Best in Show for Jolly Frills
Richard Nicholas: Third Best in Show for Jersey Snow Flakes
The complete list of awards is here: Lone Star 2012 Awards