For some, signing up model/TV host/entrepreneur Tyra Banks for the 2022 Chick Lit Luncheon was a bit of a surprise. Perhaps they didn’t know that she had written an adult novel, “Modelland,” in 2011 with ghostwriter Michael Salort, and “Perfect Is Boring” with her mother Carolyn London in 2018. While she didn’t fit the mold of past Chick Lit speakers, like Academy Award-winning … [Read more...] about Tyra Banks Left Chick Lit-ters “Smizing” Despite No Photo Opp And Some Unexpected Challenges
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Grovel Alert: 2018 Chick Lit Luncheon
If you were still putting your table together for the Community Partners of Dallas' Chick Lit Luncheon with Katie Holmes chatting it up with PaperCity's Christina Geyer at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, April 13, you’re running out of time big time! Tables have been gobbled up, so a few individual tickets are now available at $250 per person. The time to act is now! * … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2018 Chick Lit Luncheon
MySweet2016Goals: Paige McDaniel
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, “2016 will bring another milestone to Community Partners of Dallas – our Chick Lit Luncheon is turning 10! One of our goals for this year is that everyone will join us for what promises to be our most special luncheon to date! “Set for Friday, April 1, 2016, we are thrilled that the amazing Kristi … [Read more...] about MySweet2016Goals: Paige McDaniel
Round Robin November 13: Holy Moly! Seven Events In One Day
Thursday, November 13 was jam packed all day long. Hmm, seems like every day in November is turning out to be like that. Here’s the report on events from all over the area. Obelisk Awards Luncheon For more than two and a half decades, the Business Council for the Arts has been recognizing North Texas businesses and business leaders who believe in the “transformative power of … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 13: Holy Moly! Seven Events In One Day
Round Robin April 3: Chick Lit And Mad Hatter’s Tea Patron Parties and Girls Party
Once again Thursday proved to be an overabundant serving of appetizers for the weekend. In the case of Thursday, April 3, it was on the eve of the Final Four and the night of SMU playing the Minnesota Golden Gophers in Madison Square Garden. Oh, did we mention that tornado warnings and watches were lighting up the skies and local newscasts? Among the activities taking … [Read more...] about Round Robin April 3: Chick Lit And Mad Hatter’s Tea Patron Parties and Girls Party
Share-A-Date: Chick Lit Luncheon
Friday, April 5: Okay, so the name of the 2013 Chick Lit Luncheon author isn't going to be announced until Thursday, November 29. But you do need to know the date and that Lisa Singleton will be chairing the Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Another piece of news is the recipient of the annual Partners for Children Award. It will be Mersina … [Read more...] about Share-A-Date: Chick Lit Luncheon
Thursday’s Round Robin: Chick Lit Patron Party, Girls (Only) Night And Crystal Charity Ball Theme Annoumcent
There was no excuse for staying home last Thursday night. It was a valet parker's delight -- lots of cars to park and beautiful weather throughout the area. Chick Lit Patron Party @ Barney's On the eve of Friday's Chick Lit Luncheon, the Community Partners of Dallas had a Barney's version of a pep rally. Center of attention wasn't the football team. It was author … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Round Robin: Chick Lit Patron Party, Girls (Only) Night And Crystal Charity Ball Theme Annoumcent
GROVEL ALERT: Chick Lit Luncheon
Another lunch is being gobbled up. This time the Chick Lit luncheon on April 20 at Brook Hollow Golf Club is nearing the done-deal point with Allison Winn Scotch as the author of note. The Oak Room is sold out. There is only one table left in the ballroom and the scant tables left in the Terrace are available at $1750 or individual tickets for $175. Mary Gill is chairing the … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT: Chick Lit Luncheon
GROVEL ALERT: Friday Night’s Something Borrowed
The Chick Lit-ters have less than a dozen tickets ($11 pp) left for tomorrow night's showing of Emily Giffin's Something Borrowed at AMC NorthPark. Beforehand the gals and any smart fellows will celebrate with a happy hour at Kona Grill at NorthPark. Here's the schedule for tomorrow night: 5:30 -- Happy hour6:45 -- Movie registration7:15 -- Lights dim and it's movie time!Here … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT: Friday Night’s Something Borrowed
Emily Giffin Made 700 New Very Best Friends At Chick Lit Luncheon
There are people who you just know you're going to like. Like that gal who taught you how to shave your legs at summer camp. Or, the fellow who helped you understand Jack Kerouac. Or, that pal who bought the materials to roll your arch-enemy's house. About 700 guests met such a person -- Emily Giffin -- at the Chick Lit luncheon presented by Dr. Robert and Lara Tafel benefiting … [Read more...] about Emily Giffin Made 700 New Very Best Friends At Chick Lit Luncheon
Chick Lit Gals Are Clucking Over Luncheon Author Emily Giffin
Those chic Chick Lit gals are at it again for Community Partners of Dallas. Wednesday night they gathered up their forces at Stanley Korshak to announce the author for the annual luncheon at Brook Hollow Golf Club. The 2011 Luncheon Chairs Angela Nash and Anne Stodghill (pictured right with, from the left Angela Nash and Crawford Brock) have everything all tied up! Presented by … [Read more...] about Chick Lit Gals Are Clucking Over Luncheon Author Emily Giffin