According to North Texas Food Bank Interim President Simon Powell, “For many, the holidays are a magical time. But sadly that isn’t always the case, especially for the 1 out of every 4 North Texas children who is food insecure. “The good news is that the North Texas Food Bank is here to help. With so many ways to make a difference, there has never been a better time … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: North Texas Food Bank
Radiothon Revealed A Story How Lacey Parker’s Half Heart Was Made Whole At Children’s Medical Center 12 Years Ago This Month
Lacey Parker and her mom Renee Parker came from DeSoto to chat with KLUV’s Jody Dean and Jenny Q this afternoon at Children’s Medical Center for the fundraiser Radiothon, joining folks like Tom Thumb’s Connie Yates, Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s former President Dr. Kern Wildenthal and ADT’s Jessica Short and Dolly Lynch. That doesn’t seem like such a … [Read more...] about Radiothon Revealed A Story How Lacey Parker’s Half Heart Was Made Whole At Children’s Medical Center 12 Years Ago This Month
Genesis HeROs’ Gentlemen’s Night Had Cigar Rollings, Whiskey Tastings And Membership Sign-Ups At The Crow Library
The rain gods, “Drip” and “Sprinkle,” decided to hedge their appearance in North Texas on Wednesday, November 2. Perhaps it was because of the seventh World Series game, or the CMAs. Whatever. Nearly 200 gents and their fav gals held forth at Kathy and Harlan Crow’s library, complete with shoes shines and cigar rolling on the covered side terrace and whiskey tastings in … [Read more...] about Genesis HeROs’ Gentlemen’s Night Had Cigar Rollings, Whiskey Tastings And Membership Sign-Ups At The Crow Library
St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Chair Heather Randall Revealed Plans For February Event, As Leukemia Survivor Bennett Williams Made Funny Faces
Having recovered from Halloween and heading toward the fall/winter final fundraising period, the St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon crowd gathered some 75 strong at Lisa and Clay Cooley’s sweet estate. Thanks to a delayed start by the rain gods, the golf-cart shuttle moved seamlessly across the bridge and to the main house. There, such folks as Jill Rowlett, Dee Wyly, Kris … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Chair Heather Randall Revealed Plans For February Event, As Leukemia Survivor Bennett Williams Made Funny Faces
Brace Yourself For A Thrill Chill To Come
From those wonderful peeps, who predict all types of weather wonderment, comes word that North Texas is bracing for a Polar Plunge. So, what does that mean? Hello? Polar plunge sounds like something that the Dallas Zoo would be holding for the polar bears. But not! The weather wizards are claiming that the local area codes will be hit starting late Wednesday with a … [Read more...] about Brace Yourself For A Thrill Chill To Come
Christmas Is For Children Radiothon Is On Air Thursday And Friday
No sooner was the Children’s Health Holiday Parade’s cancellation in the rear-view mirror, then the Children’s team focused their attention on Children’s Medical Center becoming a radio station Thursday and Friday. No, they’ll still be handling the patients’ needs, but Children’s Medical Center will also be part of the 11th annual Christmas is For Children Radiothon. … [Read more...] about Christmas Is For Children Radiothon Is On Air Thursday And Friday
JUST IN: The Dallas Arboretum Just Welcomed Its Millionth Visitor For The Year
It’s not every day that the “million mark” is hit. And today was the day that the Dallas Arboretum scored it for the first time in its history. Well, of course, there have been millions over the years, but this year is the first time that they welcomed the millionth visitor within the calendar year. And what a visitor it was! Actually it was a couple — first-time … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Arboretum Just Welcomed Its Millionth Visitor For The Year
MySweetWishList: Young Friends of Wilkinson Center
According to Young Friends of Wilkinson Center Co-President Kristen Johnson, “As a volunteer and Co-President of the Young Friends of Wilkinson Center, I love helping at our annual Toy Distribution Party. I know that we have many more Adult Education clients this year who will struggle to provide Christmas gifts for their children. “My Sweet Wish is for more toy … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Young Friends of Wilkinson Center
North Texas Food Bank’s 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards Recognized Major Corporations As Well As Hands-On Individuals
Hunger is preventable. Unlike diseases that are researched and solved thanks to lab work, the solution to hunger is found through hands-on efforts by organizations and individuals. Leading the charge locally is the North Texas Food Bank. On Tuesday, November 1, the mega-food provider recognized some unsung heroes at the 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards presentation at its Farmers … [Read more...] about North Texas Food Bank’s 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards Recognized Major Corporations As Well As Hands-On Individuals
Karl Zinsmeister’s Talk Included Some Tabasco For Food For Thought At Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Annual Fundholders Dinner
Philanthropy is not all give, give, give. There are a lot of others perks besides sleeping very well at night. For instance, the fundholders at Communities Foundation of Texas are not only appreciated, they're celebrated annually at an annual dinner. This year's supper took place on Tuesday, November 1, at CFT (of course!) with keynote speaker/author Karl Zinsmeister, who wrote … [Read more...] about Karl Zinsmeister’s Talk Included Some Tabasco For Food For Thought At Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Annual Fundholders Dinner
Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified
There have been recent grumblings among the media and party venues about the Dallas County Fire Marshal’s Office clamping down on arrangements. Especially feeling the pinch of the ramped-up of regulation enforcement is the art community that has become a lively part of the North Texas scene with pop-up galleries and events. At a community meeting in July. Mini-Gallery's Lara … [Read more...] about Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified