CHRISTOPHER BUCKLEY will be the guest speaker at the Sixth Annual Executive Luncheon being held by the Jewish Family Service at the Seawell Ballroom at the DCPA (we are cross-promoting events with the JFS).

His latest book is "Losing Mum and Pup: A Memoir," which documents the 11 months between 2007 and 2008 that he coped with the passing of his father, William F. Buckley, the father of the modern conservative movement, and his mother, Patricia Taylor Buckley, one of New York's most glamorous and colorful socialites. He offers consolation, wit and warmth to those coping with the death of a parent, while telling a unique personal story of life and legends.

Buckley is the winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor. He has written 13 books, including the 2008 best-seller, "Supreme Courtship."

CBS4 news anchor Jim Benemann will serve as emcee. Tickets cost $150. Proceeds benefit local community programs for mental health counseling, senior services, disability and employment services, and family safety-net services.

Info: Lynn Cooper, 303-597-5000, X 365.

Reservations directly from Jewish family Services.