Change is definitely good when the occasion demands it. That’s why this year’s annual Community Partners of Dallas’ “Change Is Good” is not going to return to Brook Hollow. The reason? The club’s grounds are going through a major refreshing, and the family-oriented fundraiser needs the great outdoors for bounce houses and bungee jumping.Luckily, Event Co-Chairs Emily … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 13th Annual Change Is Good Is Changing Locations This Year
Change of plans
JUST IN: Wings CEO Jennifer Ware Has Turned In Her Resignation To Be A Part Of “A Start-Up Nonprofit In Dallas”
Wings just had their Mentors and Allies Awards luncheon on Thursday, May 16, at the Omni Dallas Hotel, honoring Mahisha Dellinger, Sabrina Harrison, Cynt Marshall, Aimbridge Hospitality and Dr. Rochelle Webb. Now, Wings CEO Jennifer Ware has sent word that after leading the organization for the past ten years, she “will be leaving Wings in August to take on a new challenge at a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Wings CEO Jennifer Ware Has Turned In Her Resignation To Be A Part Of “A Start-Up Nonprofit In Dallas”
Sandy Marple Takes A Fashionable Leave After A Half Century At Neiman Marcus
More than 100 years ago, Carrie Marcus turned Dallas into a fashion mecca. Women from around the southwest journeyed to Neiman Marcus seeking her advice on how to dress in something new —high-quality, read-to-wear dresses. When her nephew Stanley Marcus took over the NM empire, he expanded the specialty store's reputation within the world of couture. To do this, he had to … [Read more...] about Sandy Marple Takes A Fashionable Leave After A Half Century At Neiman Marcus
Despite Threatening Storms, Room To Grow Luncheon Was Fashionably Bright In NorthPark
On Wednesday, April 17, Room To Grow Luncheon Co-Chairs Kristi Bare admitted that the night before she had had second thoughts about moving the Dec My Room fundraiser the next day. Originally scheduled at NorthPark’s Neiman Marcus Courtyard, they had heeded weather warnings and moved it indoor to the Center’s South Court.Now, as guests like … [Read more...] about Despite Threatening Storms, Room To Grow Luncheon Was Fashionably Bright In NorthPark
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Room To Grow Luncheon
From all the predictions, Wednesday, April 17, was going to be a near end-of-the-world episode with hail, floods, etc. Throughout North Texas event planners were in crisis mode. Some were forced to cancel for the safety of their guests and staffs. Over at NorthPark, Dec My Room’s Room To Grow Luncheon Co-Chairs Kristi Bare and Nancy Gopez worked with the Center management team … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Room To Grow Luncheon
JUST IN: NorthStar Luncheon Guest Is “Stabilized”
Today the agenda for the NorthStar Luncheon benefiting Family Compass didn’t go quite as planned at the Dallas Country Club. At first, it all was running right on schedule and promoting its mission of helping neglected and abused children. The highlight of the event was a conversation with former WFAA anchor/Wednesday’s Child mama Gloria Campos and former WFAA anchor Jeff … [Read more...] about JUST IN: NorthStar Luncheon Guest Is “Stabilized”
JUST IN: Wednesday’s Room To Grow Luncheon And Fashion Reveal Moves Indoors At NorthPark
Room To Grow Co-Chairs Kristi Bare and Nancy Gopez bit the fundraising bullet earlier today. Instead of holding the Dec My Room luncheon Wednesday at NorthPark Neiman Marcus Courtyard, they’re moving the event indoors. The reason? Some weather predictors are claiming that Wednesday could be a repeat of Saturday’s weather temper tantrum.But even if the heavy duty … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Wednesday’s Room To Grow Luncheon And Fashion Reveal Moves Indoors At NorthPark
JUST IN: Klyde Warren Park’s Saturday Food Truck Rally Postponed Due To Pending Weather
The Mother Nature roller coaster continues to provide ups and downs for fundraisers. While the Midwest is experiencing the "Bomb Cyclone" with snow, ice and freezing weather, North Texas is headed for a couple of challenging days, too.With temps hitting everything from the 40s to the 70s, Saturday morning is going to be the real game-changer, with some experts suggesting a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Klyde Warren Park’s Saturday Food Truck Rally Postponed Due To Pending Weather
Change Of Plans: 2019 Mad Hatter’s Champagne Reception “Tastefully” Moved
Despite the expected overnight march of a coolish front headed to North Texas, Dallas Arboretum Women's Council President Linda Spina was all smiles at the patron party tonight at Tucker and Rich Enthoven's estate. She reported that along with 2019 Mad Hatter's Co-Chairs Sharla Bush and Terry Irby, they've adjusted plans to address the change of temperatures for Thursday's … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans: 2019 Mad Hatter’s Champagne Reception “Tastefully” Moved
2019 Nasher Prize Laureate Isa Genzken’s Health Prevents Her From Attending Saturday Night’s Gala
Saturday night's Nasher Prize Award Gala has had some developments. While the stormy weather is scheduled to let up while the event is underway at the Nasher Sculpture Center, 2019 Nasher Prize Laureate German artist Isa Genzken won't be there. It's not because of the weather but rather her health. Dallas Morning News workhorse Michael Granberry reported the … [Read more...] about 2019 Nasher Prize Laureate Isa Genzken’s Health Prevents Her From Attending Saturday Night’s Gala
JUST IN: Dallas Park Board Votes To Change “Oak Lawn Park” To “Turtle Creek Park”
The Turtle Creek Conservancy has been lobbying to have the name of Oak Lawn Park (formerly known as Robert E. Lee Park) changed to Turtle Creek Park. The reason given was that since the Oak Lawn renaming, there has been a decrease in the scheduling of weddings and donations that support the maintenance of the 20-acre park that includes Arlington Hall.On the other hand, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Park Board Votes To Change “Oak Lawn Park” To “Turtle Creek Park”