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When Is A Good Time To Wash, Rinse, Dry And Cook While Staying On ERCOT’s Good Side

Aug 22, 2023 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Since ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) has announced another “Weather Watch” anticipating high demand and lower reserves through Sunday, it’s not time to totally shut down. In response to ERCOT’s request for “voluntary conservation,” many folks are wondering exactly what that means. According to ERCOT, residents are asked to do the following: Raise … [Read more...] about When Is A Good Time To Wash, Rinse, Dry And Cook While Staying On ERCOT’s Good Side

MySweetOpportunity: Equest

Aug 2, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Equest board member and avid equestrian Harley Cozewith, “Helping horses manage the heat and bugs in the summer is a priority at Equest. They could use some help! “The mission of Equest is not possible without a healthy herd of horses. Therapy horses are worth their weight in gold, are not easy to come by, and are in high demand as the number of therapeutic … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Equest

Salum Restaurant Was Back Open And Serving Up 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon

Jul 19, 2023 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Back in early March, the rains poured down on North Texas. One of the areas that took a real drenching was Dallas' Salum Restaurant. While the wet stuff resulted in all types of flowers blooming, it was just too much for Salum's roof, resulting in the restaurant having to shut down for a number of weeks for repairs and renovations. Luckily owner Abraham Salum revved up to … [Read more...] about Salum Restaurant Was Back Open And Serving Up 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon

Jul 18, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

After a couple of years of overcoming the challenges of COVID, restaurateur extraordinaire Abraham Salum probably thought the worst was behind him. That was until the early days of this past March, when the roof fell in on him. Well, not on Abraham himself but his beloved Salum Restaurant. It seems that the torrents of rain were just too much for the location on Cole at … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon

Insider Tip: Dallas Zoo Is Following Up Today’s Sold-Out Dollar Days Part I With Part II In August

Jul 13, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Sorry if  you missed today's sold-out "Dollars Days" at the Dallas Zoo. Despite the heat, the animals were welcoming humans of all ages. Why, the penguins even did their fanciest splashes for the crowds. In preparation for the stellar turnout, the Zoo-sters arranged ramped-up assistance for guests to wander the grounds in the "feels like 114 degrees" heat. If you … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: Dallas Zoo Is Following Up Today’s Sold-Out Dollar Days Part I With Part II In August

With Only Ten Fans Left, VNA Is Putting Out An SOS To Help Clients In Sweltering Conditions

Jul 13, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Someone should have nominated the creator of air conditioning as the Texan Of The Century. Can you just imagine our fore-mothers and -fathers building the foundation of today’s North Texas in the heat of summer wearing corsets, long dresses, high-neck collars and such with the only respite being an open window with a breeze blowing through occasionally? On Wednesday, North … [Read more...] about With Only Ten Fans Left, VNA Is Putting Out An SOS To Help Clients In Sweltering Conditions

Crystal Charity Ball Ma’ams Were Honored At A Supper In A Marvelous “Crow”‘s Nest

Jul 4, 2023 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

It was a gathering of the Crystal Charity Ball "Ma'ams," as they're called. Once a woman chairs the Dallas County children's non-profit fundraiser, she automatically becomes a Ma'am. For the 2023 Ma'ams dinner, 22 were at Barbara Hunt Crow's fabulous home overlooking Hackberry Creek on Wednesday, May 17. While Barbara had so wanted to have the seated supper in her … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Ma’ams Were Honored At A Supper In A Marvelous “Crow”‘s Nest

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Dinner

Jul 3, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Almost a third of the Crystal Charity Ball former chairmen gathered at Barbara Hunt Crow’s marvelous home overlooking Hackberry Creek on Wednesday, May 17. The occasion was the annual dinner honoring the ladies, known as “The Ma’ams,” who had raised more than $149M for Dallas County children's non-profits since 1952. Originally the plan had called for … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Dinner

A Gentle Reminder: Tips On How To Survive This Year’s Toasty Fourth Of July Days

Jun 30, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

There are certain things you can bet on about the next few days. Temperatures are going to be roasty toasty. The skies will be filled with sparkling bursts of fireworks. A heck of a lot of folks are going to be away for a long holiday weekend. And needless to say, Ercot is definitely not going to be taking time off. With all these activities taking place, it’s going to be a … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Tips On How To Survive This Year’s Toasty Fourth Of July Days

JUST IN: 65th Junior Symphony Ball Results In $415K For DSO’s Music And Education Programs

Jun 22, 2023 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

With summer vacation getting underway and the Fourth of July holiday just around the corner, Junior Symphony Ball Co-Chairs Dylan Gibbons, Sydney Hoyl, Alexandra Paredes, Alexa Plumlee, Mary Ellen Schoellkopf, Will Searcy and Bowden Slates wanted to tie a ribbon on their sold-out Saturday, February 4, fundraiser at Gilley’s. That ribbon tying took place at the Meyerson just … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 65th Junior Symphony Ball Results In $415K For DSO’s Music And Education Programs

Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting

Jun 8, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Who would have believed that North Texas weather was still chilling, barely hitting 70 on Thursday, April 28? That alone, plus the threat of rain, might have resulted in guests just staying at home rather than attend a patron party. Happily such was not the case for The Sweetheart Ball gathering on the eve of the legendary fundraiser for heart disease research in North … [Read more...] about Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting

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