According to The Dallas Opera Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO Ian Derrer, First of all, I would like to thank Jeanne Prejean for this opportunity to speak to her loyal readers on why the arts deserve your support. Arts organizations exist to do one thing: enrich the lives of other people. If we cannot create, exhibit, or perform, we risk losing our identity … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: The Dallas Opera
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2020 CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton And Heather Randall To Co-Chair 2021 CBB
Cancer, be on alert. The dynamic duo of Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have signed up for a return match. Despite their co-chairing and having to cancel the 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball due to COVID-19, these ladies have their spurs on to co-chair the 2021 CBB fundraiser for North Texas cancer research. In the meantime, they’re finalizing plans to hold the upcoming 2020 … [Read more...] about 2020 CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton And Heather Randall To Co-Chair 2021 CBB
MySweetEssential: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President/CEO Anne Ligon, "Music has given me an opportunity to express myself. When I play the cello, I feel inspired and free; the Young Musicians program has helped me discover my true passion-music. With the instruction of my wonderful teachers and the support of my classmates, I have achieved more than I could ever … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
Canceled Event SOS: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Co-Chairs Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld, We hope you and your loved ones are well as we all continue to navigate the COVID-19 crisis. This year, we were honored to serve as Chairs of the annual Dallas Symphony Gala. However, due to the ongoing health crisis, we must share the unfortunate news that the 20/21 Gala has … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
According to Dallas Summer Musicals President Kenneth Novice, With a proud, 80-year history of presenting and promoting excellence in live musical theater in the historic Fair Park, the nonprofit Dallas Summer Musicals (DSM) has become an essential part of the North Texas community through live entertainment, education, and community outreach. In partnership with … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Art House Dallas
According to Art House Dallas Executive Director Marissa Delcambre, In times of great uncertainty, our truest values rise to the top. Since the coronavirus pandemic stretched into our community, I’ve been reminded of two such values—togetherness and hope. As the executive director of Art House Dallas, these two tenets have been on my mind as we navigate the shifting path … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Art House Dallas
North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Music Stand
According to The Music Stand Co-Founder Hope N. Jones, For the past three years, The Music Stand has participated in North Texas Giving Day. We are grateful for the hearts of people who have stepped up and believe in our dedication to innovative artistic expression, creative music education, and professional musicians. Our goal this year is to raise awareness about our … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Music Stand
Actress Mackenzie Phillips Will Bring Her Daunting Story Of Recovery To The Auxiliary Of Nexus Spring Luncheon
Mackenzie Phillips’ life would make today’s reality TV look downright ho-hum. Even from birth, she was in the celebrity universe. Her father was the Mamas and Papas’ John Phillips. Just 12 years later she showed her own talents as the scene-stealing, bratty teenager in “American Graffiti” who hitched rides with Paul Le Mat. That was followed with a number of TV roles until … [Read more...] about Actress Mackenzie Phillips Will Bring Her Daunting Story Of Recovery To The Auxiliary Of Nexus Spring Luncheon
MySweetEssential: Klyde Warren Park
According to Klyde Warren Park President Kit Sawers, Now, more than ever, parks are being used by their communities. Not only has research consistently promoted the mental health benefits of outdoor spaces, it now also concludes that, during this global pandemic, outdoor activities are actually much safer than indoor ones. Though Klyde Warren Park was unable to play … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Klyde Warren Park
JUST IN: Despite 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball’s Being Canceled, The Fundraising Will Giddy-Up On
North Texas' Cattle Baron’s Ball is one of the fall season’s biggest fundraisers with more than 3,000 guests partying to raise funds for cancer research in North Texas with the American Cancer Society. Since its establishment in 1974, it has not only raised more than $85M but it has become the “world’s largest single night fundraiser for the American Cancer … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Despite 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball’s Being Canceled, The Fundraising Will Giddy-Up On
MySweetEssential: KidLinks
According to KidLinks CEO Diana Crawford, Music can have a profound power on children during the current uncertainty everyone is facing and now, more than ever, KidLinks’ online platform, KidLinks.org, is a voice for the power of music in today’s crazy world and a resource for parents and educators during this time of virtual learning. For over three decades, KidLinks … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: KidLinks