UPDATE [9:30 p.m.] - There’s confusion about an announcement made late this afternoon by Dallas County Court Judge Clay Jenkins regarding how far the coronavirus restrictions would extend. Nonetheless, the nonprofits still made changes to their May and June plans. This afternoon Dallas County Court Judge Clay Jenkins announced the extension of the county’s stay-at-home … [Read more...] about April 3 Updates On Reschedules And Postponements
Change of plans
MySweetKindness: Peggy Meyer
According to Peggy Meyer, Got an email today [March 23] from Peacock Alley about a wonderful initiative their workroom is undertaking. "Our work room that is usually busy making sheets, is now sewing fabric protective masks for those who need them most. These masks will go directly to help two local groups who are essential: Baylor Medical as well as Community Partners of … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Peggy Meyer
Bumbershoot And Galoshes Advisory: Tomorrow Is Gonna Be A Wet One With Reduced Testings
Hope you enjoyed the weekend's walk-about weather, because Monday is gonna be a 180-degree turn. In the wake of the tornadic weather that hit Jonesboro, Arkansas, Saturday, North Texas will have some grumbles and rumbles tomorrow. Staying true to the past and being prepared for lots of drip-drops, thunder and weather warnings from area weather-casters, tell the pooches just … [Read more...] about Bumbershoot And Galoshes Advisory: Tomorrow Is Gonna Be A Wet One With Reduced Testings
JUST IN: Dallas County Launches Shelter-In-Place Status Starting Monday At 11:59 P.M.
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins just announced that Dallas County will adjust into shelter-in-place (“SIP”) starting Monday, March 23, at 11:59 p.m. The order basically bans people from leaving their residences for anything but an "essential" activity. What does that mean? The word “essential” is the word that determines your world. What you may consider important to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas County Launches Shelter-In-Place Status Starting Monday At 11:59 P.M.
MySweetCharity To Launch The MySweetKindness Series With Your Help
If you are feeling anxious and/or a sense of confusion, you’re not alone. We are all dealing with a situation that is new and evolving. However, if we allow ourselves to be saturated with bad news, those fears will only grow. To provide a source of relief from the situation, MySweetCharity is undertaking a new series — MySweetKindness. Plans call for by-lined articles by … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity To Launch The MySweetKindness Series With Your Help
March 19 Roundup of Cancellations, Extensions, Reschedules, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures
Following the local, county and state officials raising the restrictions on gatherings in the last 24 hours, nonprofits have been in meetings trying to decide on their strategies for the future. Looking at the April and May calendars, some folks are eyeballing future dates. In the meantime, here is the list of nonprofits and events that have changed their plans … [Read more...] about March 19 Roundup of Cancellations, Extensions, Reschedules, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures
March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
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
March 16 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closures
Since yesterday, more North Texas nonprofits have made painful decisions to cancel, postpone, reschedule or temporarily close operations for the well-being of clients, staff members, guests and volunteers. Here are the latest groups reporting: Rescheduled University Christian Church’s Alive at the Bass scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, at the Bass is rescheduled for … [Read more...] about March 16 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closures
Change Of Plans Alert!: MySweetCharity Is Adjusting Its SOP For The Time Being
During this time MySweetCharity is making the following adjustments to its usual operations: putting the priority on sharing the status of nonprofit activities and developments. suspending the coverage of events that took place prior to last week’s coronavirus situation until the dust has settled. refunding any upgraded calendar listing of events that have been … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert!: MySweetCharity Is Adjusting Its SOP For The Time Being
March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
As containment of the coronavirus continues, so do the announcements of cancellations and closures. The Dallas Opera The Dallas Opera's Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer announced that "we have made the difficult decision to cancel all performances, education and community engagement programs and donor events through April 28, 2020. This includes all … [Read more...] about March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
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