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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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
Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Easter In The Park And Pooch Parade Are Canceled
If dressing up in your finery and strolling with your pooch on Easter Sunday at Turtle Creek Park has become a tradition, you're gonna be out of luck this year. Turtle Creek Conservancy President/CEO Gay Donnell Willis has just sent word that this year's Easter in the Park and Pooch Parade on Sunday, April 12, are canceled. According to Gay, "This is heartbreaking for … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Easter In The Park And Pooch Parade Are Canceled
Dallas Arboretum Has Developed Plans That Will Allow It To Remain Open At This Time
While the Dallas Zoo and the Children's Aquarium at Fair Park are closed until Friday, March 20, Dallas Arboretum VP Terry Lendecker reports that "based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization and applicable public health agencies, we've developed plans that will allow us to respond timely." Those plans include the … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum Has Developed Plans That Will Allow It To Remain Open At This Time
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
Equest’s 2020 Gala Kickoff Brought A Bit Of “Old Hollywood” To Stanley Korshak
Equest CEO Lili Kellogg welcomed everyone to Stanley Korshak on Wednesday, February 12, by saying, "Outside it's a little grey, but in here, spirits are high!" The occasion was to kick off the big 2020 Equest Gala fundraiser benefiting the equine-assisted-therapy nonprofit. Here's a report from the field: Two miniature horses, an oversized Oscar award, and more than 100 … [Read more...] about Equest’s 2020 Gala Kickoff Brought A Bit Of “Old Hollywood” To Stanley Korshak
JUST IN: Nancy Carter To Serve As Honorary Chair For Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Style Show Chair Susan Glassmoyer has just revealed that in addition to Robyn Conlon receiving the Community Service Award at the annual Equest fundraiser on Tuesday, October 6, at Brook Hollow Golf Club, longtime Equest supporter Nancy Carter will serve as the honorary chair for the event. Stay tuned for additional details like the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Nancy Carter To Serve As Honorary Chair For Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show
Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
The annual “Thank you” reception at the Dallas Country Club for supporters of the Children's Medical Center Foundation and Children’s Health had been tweaked a bit this year. Instead of holding it on the third Sunday of January, as usual, the donors fete was moved to the fourth Sunday of the month— aka January 26. That way it wouldn’t compete with the NFL playoffs leading up to … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
Arboretum Annie Is Just A Part Of The Dallas Arboretum’s Extending $5 Admission Special
With temperatures dancing in the 40s and 50s, the Dallas Arboretum’s extension of its $5 admission special until Friday, February 28, seemed like a pretty good deal. Ah, but with the thermometer rising to the 60s and even 70s Sunday and Monday, it’s incredible. And it only gets better. This Sunday (aka Groundhog Day), Arboretum Annie will be on hand at A Tasteful Place … [Read more...] about Arboretum Annie Is Just A Part Of The Dallas Arboretum’s Extending $5 Admission Special
JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Fashions And Community Service Awardee Revealed
Equest Women’s Auxiliary President Tiffany Divis and Luncheon and Style Show Chair Susan Glassmoyer have already hit the track with news about the Equest fundraiser on Tuesday, October 6, at Brook Hollow Golf Club. This year’s Community Service Award will be presented to longtime philanthropist Robyn Conlon following the champagne reception and before the fashion … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Fashions And Community Service Awardee Revealed
JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed
If you wondered why your Paws Cause invitation hadn’t arrived yet, not to worry. The SPCA-ers have moved the date and according to Victoria Albrecht, “We have postponed the event. I will keep you posted on when we have a defined date.” In the meantime, don’t just sit by the door waiting for your postperson to drop the invite in your mailbox. Why not visit the SPCA of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed