If the legendary patron of animals Saint Francis Assisi had launched a search for his representative in North Texas, he would have had no doubt that Jan Rees-Jones was the pick of the litter. With that thinking in mind, it shouldn't surprise anyone that Jan has been named the honorary chair for Operation Kindness' (OK) 2024 Canines, Cats and Cabernet. Taking place on … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Animal-Loving Jan Rees-Jones To Serve As 2024 Canines, Cats And Cabernet Honorary Chair
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House Of DIFFA: Royalty Untamed Kings And Queens Reigned Supreme With A Bella Story
Known for being splashy, sassy and something to behold, the House of DIFFA fundraiser has always been an eye-popping extravaganza that oozes creativity with its OMG sights and sounds. And this year's black-tie event at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel on Saturday, April 27, certainly was a royal feast for the eye thanks to the guests and those catwalking. Benefiting DIFFA Dallas, this … [Read more...] about House Of DIFFA: Royalty Untamed Kings And Queens Reigned Supreme With A Bella Story
The 16th Annual Day At The Races Was Off And Running To The Photo Finish Line
The 16th Annual Day At The Races (DATR) presented by Truist Bank was a little like the Kentucky Derby's photo finish — a scramble to the finish line. With the VIP reception of Turtle Creek Conservancy's signature fundraiser at Turtle Creek Park starting at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, the crowd was ready to break from the gate. But in this case it wasn't a starting gate. … [Read more...] about The 16th Annual Day At The Races Was Off And Running To The Photo Finish Line
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Day At The Races
While all horse racing eyes were focused on the photo finish of the 150th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 4, the North Texas beauts and beaus were in a bit of a quagmire at 2024 Day At The Races. After a late afternoon of supping, sipping, seeing and being seen, the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy fundraiser was cool in a tented … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Day At The Races
Trinity River Audubon Center’s Morning Bird Walk Is The Perfect Way To Greet The Morning
After all the fireworks and Fourth of July festivities, it’s time to take a rest. But don’t rest too long. After all, you don’t want to just lounge on the couch. Here’s a thought — Trinity River Audubon Center is holding its Morning Bird Walk on Saturday, July 20, from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. While it may mean rising early to get in on the area’s greatest secret environmental … [Read more...] about Trinity River Audubon Center’s Morning Bird Walk Is The Perfect Way To Greet The Morning
JUST IN: 2025 Day At The Races Is Already On Track With Nancy Carter, Shannon Graham, Beth Layton and Truist
With the recent Equest Blue Ribbon Gala stampeding across the finish line, the 2025 Day At the Races plans are already out of the gate. Thanks to the Kentucky Derby organizers designating Saturday, May 3, as the Run for the Roses, Turtle Creek Park Conservancy has announced the leadership for its annual fundraiser. Heading up the afternoon at Turtle Creek Park will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Day At The Races Is Already On Track With Nancy Carter, Shannon Graham, Beth Layton and Truist
Celebrate The Fourth Of July With Lots Of Fireworks, Food, Friends, Fun And Free Of Regrets
This year’s Fourth Of July celebration started this past Saturday with Klyde Warren Park’s Independence Day Celebration that filled the Pavilion and Great Lawn to the hilt with red, white and blue and families. On Independence Day eve, Addison's Kaboom Town will carry on its tradition of family festivities from 5 to 11 p.m. As for the big day, parades and picnics will … [Read more...] about Celebrate The Fourth Of July With Lots Of Fireworks, Food, Friends, Fun And Free Of Regrets
Equest’s Blue Ribbon Gala Hope Unbridled At The Anatole Despite A Naughty Party Pooper
On Saturday, April 27, Calvert Collins-Bratton declared that April had become the spring version of October when it came to fundraising. And right she was as she co-chaired Equest's Blue Ribbon Gala with her childhood friend/horse-loving Melissa Oates at the Hilton Anatole. Across North Texas, valets, caterers and venues were in overdrive with guests having to change in … [Read more...] about Equest’s Blue Ribbon Gala Hope Unbridled At The Anatole Despite A Naughty Party Pooper
JUST IN: Katy And Lawrence Bock Are The 2024 Fur Ball’s Best Friends And Co-Chairs
The SPCA Of Texas' 2024 Fur Ball is going to be a "gem" of a get together. That's because its co-chairs are Bachendorf's first couple Katy and Lawrence Bock. With the theme "You're My Best Friend," the Bocks have already lined up animal-loving Nancy C. and Richard R. Rogers as the fundraiser's presenting sponsor, as well as former Cattle Baron's Ball Chair Cindy … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Katy And Lawrence Bock Are The 2024 Fur Ball’s Best Friends And Co-Chairs
Break With The Usual: Wednesday’s Federal Holiday Means No Mail Nor In-Person Banking
Folks have gotten pretty used to federal holidays that fall on a Monday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day and Veteran's Day) translating into a three-day weekend. But tomorrow's Juneteenth holiday is going to throw some people for a loop. Since Juneteenth is the newest federal holiday and for the first time will fall on a … [Read more...] about Break With The Usual: Wednesday’s Federal Holiday Means No Mail Nor In-Person Banking
Operation Kindness’ Lifesaving Partnership Hub Is A Collaborative Oasis For Animal Rescue Groups
There is a remarkable brilliance that takes place as a result of a collaboration. So after days of rain, thunder, lightning and wind knocking trees topsy-turvy, the results of such collaboration took place on Thursday, June 6. As the North Texas sun shone a spotlight on the corner of 1771 Terre Colony and I-30's frontage road — between Dallas Animal … [Read more...] about Operation Kindness’ Lifesaving Partnership Hub Is A Collaborative Oasis For Animal Rescue Groups