When Jocelyn White becomes the trail boss of a fundraiser, she brings her posse of celeb pals in on the fun and the raising of money. So, it’s only natural that her chairing the Mad Hatter’s Tea’ “Steel Magnolias” on Thursday, April 21, at the Arboretum would be her cup of tea, literally. Where to start? Well, it’s already been revealed that fashions will be from Tootsies … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Tea’s Chair Jocelyn White’s Arranged For A Passel Of Celebs To Be On Hand For “Steel Magnolias”
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Fifth Annual Going For The Gold Gala Had Guests All Scrubbed Up To Celebrate Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing
Long gone are the days when nurses were women in starchy white uniforms with their hair in tight buns and wearing white stockings and white leather shoes. Today’s backbone of the healthcare industry is made up equally dedicated professionals, but they’re both men and women in colorful scrubs and running shoes and clogs. They are also facing daunting challenges in a world of … [Read more...] about Fifth Annual Going For The Gold Gala Had Guests All Scrubbed Up To Celebrate Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing
Dallas Museum Of Art’s 2016 Art Ball: Art+Architecture Deets, Sponsors And Patrons Revealed
With the Dallas Museum of Art’s Art Ball 2016: Art+Architecture just a month away, Co-Chairs Ann and David Sutherland have just announced some of the deets and 2016 sponsors locked down. Yes, the black-tie gala will be held on Saturday, April 23, at the DMA with the seated supper in a huge tent on the DMA Plaza. And, yes, there will be a silent auction with Gonzalo Bueno … [Read more...] about Dallas Museum Of Art’s 2016 Art Ball: Art+Architecture Deets, Sponsors And Patrons Revealed
Despite Predicted Early Easter Showers, Lee Park Pet Parade Is Scheduled To March On At 2 p.m.
Dallas’ leading fashion event will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday. And there’ll be some real dogs in the lineup. Yup, it’s the Petropolitan Pooch Parade at Lee Park. Lee Park and Arlington Hall Conservancy President/CEO Gay Donnell is keeping her eyes on the weather for this 50th anniversary of Easter in Lee Park. According to the latest reports, if "graceful" showers sans … [Read more...] about Despite Predicted Early Easter Showers, Lee Park Pet Parade Is Scheduled To March On At 2 p.m.
The Weather Was Perfect For Attitudes And Attire’s 20th Anniversary Fashion Show And Luncheon
Attitudes and Attire Executive Director/Founder Lyn Berman was almost as sunny as the skies above on Friday, February 26. It was just a year ago, that her annual fundraising luncheon had been put in jeopardy due to frigid temperatures and snow. Sure, there had been some empty places due to the wintry conditions, but still diehards showed up. This year the weather … [Read more...] about The Weather Was Perfect For Attitudes And Attire’s 20th Anniversary Fashion Show And Luncheon
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Attitudes And Attire 20th Anniversary Fashion Show And Luncheon
After last year’s weather challenge, Attitudes and Attire Executive Director/Founder Lyn Berman must have cut a deal with Mother Nature to have perfect conditions for the 20th Anniversary of Attitudes and Attire’s Fashion Show and Luncheon on Friday, February 26. The sun was shining; the turnout was stellar; the Eileen Fisher and A&A Boutique fashions hit the catwalk; and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Attitudes And Attire 20th Anniversary Fashion Show And Luncheon
Dallas Museum Of Art’s Junior Associates Went “Unframed” And Interactive With Pollock-Inspired Artwork 2/26
Why is it when the Dallas Museum of Art's Junior Associates get together, there ain't a wrinkle or pinch of fat anywhere on the premises? That was the case once again when they held their annual membership event "Unframed" on Friday, February 26, at the DMA. Besides being adorable and charming, they also interacted with "Pollock-inspired" artwork. Here's a report from the … [Read more...] about Dallas Museum Of Art’s Junior Associates Went “Unframed” And Interactive With Pollock-Inspired Artwork 2/26
Mother Nature Throws A Curve Ball At Tonight’s Events
Oh, goodness gracious, Aunt Hattie. Tonight was such a challenge for event planners. With a cold front slamming against a ho-hum warmish condition in North Texas, what were activities like the Dallas Arboretum’s Spring Dinner to do? Have it outdoors among the Dallas Blooms glories, or hunker on down in the Rosine Hall? Thank heaven, the wise brains prevailed and the dinner was … [Read more...] about Mother Nature Throws A Curve Ball At Tonight’s Events
The Wilkinson Center’s Can Do! Luncheon Kicks Off At Kendra Scott
There are problems when your fav nonprofit hosts an event. But then there are perks. The latter was the case for The Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder at the Thursday, February 25, kick-off for The Wilkinson Center’s 4th Annual Can Do! Luncheon. Sure, Anne was surrounded with all types of Kendra Scott goodies, but there was a certain necklace that caught … [Read more...] about The Wilkinson Center’s Can Do! Luncheon Kicks Off At Kendra Scott
Family Compass’ 2016 “A Legendary Evening” Is Postponed Until 2017
On the heels of the Park Cities Historical and Preservation Society’s change of plans announcement, another one was pointed out. No, it has nothing to do with PCHPS. It’s the Family Compass’ annual A Legendary Evening that was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 9, is going to take the year off. According to Family Compass Board Member Whitney Strauss, "We are working … [Read more...] about Family Compass’ 2016 “A Legendary Evening” Is Postponed Until 2017
Educational First Steps Oversteps Its $5M Goal To Provide High-Quality Early Education For At-Risk Children
It’s routine to hear that a group is launching a campaign to raise a load of money. That announcement triggers an uphill challenge to meet a monumental goal that’s beyond six figures. What makes it especially trying is the fact that there are so many deserving nonprofits after the same dollars. But there is good news. And that is the fact that North Texas has the most … [Read more...] about Educational First Steps Oversteps Its $5M Goal To Provide High-Quality Early Education For At-Risk Children
New Friends New Life’s 2016 ProtectHer Awardees Were Revealed At Wings Luncheon Kick-Off Reception
Dadgummit! The wind picked up as the temperatures and rain fell on Tuesday, February 23. Still Mother’s Nature’s pooh-poohs didn’t dissuade New Friends New Life backers like newlyweds Annette Simmons and Jerry Fronterhouse, Carol Seay, Jan Osborn, Ashlee and Chris Kleinert, Caren Prothro, Dallas Police Chief David Brown, Carolyn Miller, Ray Hunt, Wendy Messmann, Joyce and Linus … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s 2016 ProtectHer Awardees Were Revealed At Wings Luncheon Kick-Off Reception