As if nerves weren’t raw enough, tonight may up the ante. There are predictions of North Texas being hit by some thunderstorms rolling into the wee hours. And is if this weather weren’t enough, more of the area’s nonprofits are reporting changes to plans including the following: Canceled The Dallas Opera's performances and programs for the 2019/2020 season Dallas … [Read more...] about March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
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March 16 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closures
Since yesterday, more North Texas nonprofits have made painful decisions to cancel, postpone, reschedule or temporarily close operations for the well-being of clients, staff members, guests and volunteers. Here are the latest groups reporting: Rescheduled University Christian Church’s Alive at the Bass scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, at the Bass is rescheduled for … [Read more...] about March 16 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closures
March 15 Update Of North Texas Nonprofit Cancellations And Adjustments
While there are more cancellations of North Texas fundraisers being reported, there are also those groups that are regrouping to raise awareness and funds for their nonprofits. Some are postponing to summer, fall and winter dates; others are going virtual. And then there are some that are waiting to see if further restrictions will be made in the days to come before deciding … [Read more...] about March 15 Update Of North Texas Nonprofit Cancellations And Adjustments
March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
As containment of the coronavirus continues, so do the announcements of cancellations and closures. The Dallas Opera The Dallas Opera's Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer announced that "we have made the difficult decision to cancel all performances, education and community engagement programs and donor events through April 28, 2020. This includes all … [Read more...] about March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
LATE UPDATE: 2020 Art Ball Chair Brian Bolke just sent word that the spring black-tie favorite Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser slated for Saturday, April 18, has been canceled. According to DMA Eugene McDermott Director Agustin Arteaga, "We are deeply indebted to Ball Chair Brian Bolke who brought a dynamic vision to this year’s gala. We are also appreciative of you, our … [Read more...] about Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Cancels Performances Until March 22 And The Meyerson Is Closed For The Time Being
In accordance with the state of emergency conditions announced last night prohibiting events with more than 500 people for seven days, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra has canceled all performances at the Meyerson through Sunday, March 22. According to Dallas Symphony Association Board of Governors Chair Sanjiv Yajnik, "As COVID-19 becomes an intensifying health concern, … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra Cancels Performances Until March 22 And The Meyerson Is Closed For The Time Being
2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala And Activities Are Canceled
The coronavirus has just claimed another children's nonprofit fundraiser — the 2020 Children's Cancer Fund Gala scheduled for Friday, April 17, at the Hilton Anatole. Children's Cancer Fund Executive Director Jennifer Arthur reported that after having "close talks with Children's Medical Center and the Executive Board, we regretfully made the difficult decision to cancel … [Read more...] about 2020 Children’s Cancer Fund Gala And Activities Are Canceled
Klyde Warren Park’s Park And Palate Evolves Into Party In The Park In October And Food And Wine Festival In May 2021
While some spring event planners are taking a wait-and-see stand due to the recent coronavirus, fall fundraisers are moving right ahead in the hope that things will have calmed down. One of those positive groups is Klyde Warren Park's team that just announced plans for its annual Park And Palate. In the past it's been a two-part food and wine get together with an seated … [Read more...] about Klyde Warren Park’s Park And Palate Evolves Into Party In The Park In October And Food And Wine Festival In May 2021
Dallas Opera Women’s Board Honored Patsy Miller Donosky With Founders Award, Family, Friends And Flourish
The selection of Patsy Miller Donosky for the 2020 Juanita and Henry S. Miller Jr. Founders Award seemed as natural as singing in the Winspear. Afterall, her folks Juanita and Henry S. Miller Jr. co-founded The Dallas Opera way back in the 1950s. But Patsy had earned her operatic stripes purely on her own. From being a child traveling by train with her mother and her brother … [Read more...] about Dallas Opera Women’s Board Honored Patsy Miller Donosky With Founders Award, Family, Friends And Flourish
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Juanita And Henry S. Miller Jr. Founders Award Luncheon
This year’s Dallas Opera Women’s Board’s Juanita and Henry S. Miller Jr. Founders Award Luncheon was a true family affair. From the award’s namesakes to their daughter/awardee Patsy Miller Donosky and her children and in-laws, the music-loving Miller clan, along with dozens and dozens of friends like Linda Gibbons, Elsie Dunklin, Jean White and Nancy Bass, was front and center … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Juanita And Henry S. Miller Jr. Founders Award Luncheon
JUST IN: Crystal Charity’s Children’s Book Is Expanding To Four-Legged Family Members
With baby boomers transforming from full nesters with adorable munchkins to empty nesters buddying up with fuzzy friends in the home, the Crystal Charity Ball’s Children’s Book has also adjusted to the changing world. While the IRS may not consider pooches and felines as tax deductions, the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball is more understanding. For this reason, 2020 CCB Chair … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity’s Children’s Book Is Expanding To Four-Legged Family Members