Wednesday is sounding like sort of a downer for the class of 2018 trick or treaters. The temps are gonna struggle to reach the lowest 70s and they’ll be dampened by a chance of drizzle.Dadgummit, all of these factors will provide a challenge for folks behind the wheel as munchkins scurry around neighborhoods searching for treats.With that said, please be even more … [Read more...] about Be Warned: Trick Or Treaters Are Not Invincible
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Saturday Is Predicted To Be Ideal For 35th Annual Komen Dallas Race For The Cure
Somebody cut a deal with Mother Nature to make Saturday morning clean and clear for the 2018 Komen Dallas Race for the Cure at NorthPark. That’s great news for the folks who will be walking and running to raise funds to defeat breast cancer. The goal this year is a whopping $1.5M.On the other hand, if you were planning on meeting your coffee klatch at NorthPark’s Starbucks … [Read more...] about Saturday Is Predicted To Be Ideal For 35th Annual Komen Dallas Race For The Cure
A Gentle Reminder: Columbus Day Holiday Is Up For Grabs
Columbus Day is a bit of a squirrelly holiday. Yes, it’s a federal holiday which means that some government offices like Social Security, Dallas Passport Agency and U.S. Post Office will be closed. And while the stock market will be buzzing, the Federal Reserve and some banks like Bank of America, Chase and Wells Fargo will be closed prompting some online services like Square … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Columbus Day Holiday Is Up For Grabs
2018 North Texas Giving Day Is About To Get Underway
You’ve waited all year long. Your email box has been slammed with reminders. You have learned about nonprofits that have made this community outstanding. Now, within minutes ... 6 a.m. to be exact... North Texas Giving Day will kick off an 18-hour marathon of fundraising that has amazed the rest of the country.Just last year $39,379,446 was provided to North Texas … [Read more...] about 2018 North Texas Giving Day Is About To Get Underway
Prepare Now Before It Chills
While the southeast coast is bracing for Hurricane Florence’s arrival, North Texans are relieved not to be near a hurricane zone. Sure, back in 1978 the relatively new TV show "Dallas" had the Ewing boys scrambling back to Dallas before a hurricane was to hit in "Wind of Vengeance." Locals had a good giggle out of that episode.Regardless, while the Carolinas, Virginias, … [Read more...] about Prepare Now Before It Chills
2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Applications Are Now Available
As promised, the application for the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball beneficiaries is now available here for Dallas children’s nonprofits to fill out.Suggestion: Go ahead and get the application, but hold off on filling it out. You’ll want to attend the orientation meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, September 12, at Communities Foundation of Texas. While attendance is not mandatory, … [Read more...] about 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Applications Are Now Available
Labor Day Honorees May Need Some Respect And Appreciation
Despite schools already being back in session, Labor Day signals the official end of summer. School rooms are empty; shopping centers are filled; and some are just taking a time-out to rest. Originally, the annual holiday was established to “celebrate various labor associations’ strengths of and contributions to the United States economy.” Over the years, it transitioned to … [Read more...] about Labor Day Honorees May Need Some Respect And Appreciation
Two Cases Of Rabid Bats Result In Reminders To Vaccinate Pets And Be Wary Of Sick Animals
Dallas Animal Services staffers have been making the rounds in the Lakewood and White Rock Lake area. They haven't been doing a head count on the number of critters in households. No, they've been handing out fliers about the discovery of two dead bats on separate dates that tested positive for rabies.According to the handout,Each year more than 55,000 people still … [Read more...] about Two Cases Of Rabid Bats Result In Reminders To Vaccinate Pets And Be Wary Of Sick Animals
A Gentle Reminder: Deadline For North Texas Giving Day Registration Nears
Attention all North Texas nonprofits: It’s countdown time for North Texas Giving Day’s registration. Communities Foundation of Texas’ Carol Goglia warned, “Even if you’ve done North Texas Giving Day before—you must re-register by August 15!”Here’s the link to the registration.If you need some suggestions and hints on promoting your involvement, look here.Remember, … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Deadline For North Texas Giving Day Registration Nears
A Gentle Reminder: Better Hustle To Sign Up For Nonprofit Media Panel
Goodness! When the announcement was made about the Nonprofit Media Panel slated for Friday, August 17, the planners thought a couple dozen folks would sign up. Then when the original morning event was moved to the afternoon, the organizers thought maybe it would be less. Good thing the strategists didn’t buy any lottery tickets!The response has been hotter than this past … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Better Hustle To Sign Up For Nonprofit Media Panel
The Founding Fathers Didn’t Tweet, But They Did Sweat
As hot as it is… and it is hot… just think back 242 years ago, when a bunch of long-haired fellas in high-collared shirts, breeches and waistcoats were holed up in Philadelphia’s Independence Hall’s Assembly Room. Needless to say, such modern-day conveniences as air conditioning, spray-on deodorant, electricity, computers and tweeting were unavailable. As a result, tempers rose … [Read more...] about The Founding Fathers Didn’t Tweet, But They Did Sweat