It may be the last day of May, but it’s hot as… August. In fact the temperatures are soaring to such heights that one person described their swimming pool feeling like a warm bath tub.As bad as the rising temperatures are, they’re only worse with humidity resulting in heat index. Think of it as the opposite of winter’s wind chill. Weather wizards are even suggesting that … [Read more...] about The Summer Sweltering Of 2018 Already Has North Texas Sweating
Weather Woes
Art Ball Chair Rebecca Fletcher Didn’t Let Mother Nature Spoil Her “Horizon: Now. New. Next”
Mother Nature played hardball with North Texas fundraisers on Saturday, April 21. Like a tease, she threatened showers, hail and end-of-the-world conditions that had back-up plans kicking into play. All day the clouds hovered, and still no deluge. Then the weather radar boded a dumping right around the time that most of the big deal events were to take place.Over at the … [Read more...] about Art Ball Chair Rebecca Fletcher Didn’t Let Mother Nature Spoil Her “Horizon: Now. New. Next”
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Art Ball
Well, leave it to the Dallas Museum of Art to once again sally forth with beautiful people in glorious gowns and overcome anything that Mother Nature throws at 'em. With the old lady of weather woes threatening rain, thunder and all their cousins, 2018 Art Ball Rebecca Fletcher and her troops prepared for the challenge by tenting the outdoor terrace leading to the "Horizon: … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Art Ball
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea
The word “gusty” understated the conditions that faced the 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea guests on Thursday, April 12. Even as they departed their vehicles, some ladies found their magnificent chapeaus were literally gone with the wind thanks to 30 MPH breezes. Pity those who thought bigger taller was better.With hands raised to hold down their hats, guests made their … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea
Weather Woes: They Claim The Rain Cometh This Saturday
North Texas seems to be in a “Weekend Weather Woes” cycle with rainy times hitting on a regular basis those days off. Hate to be a Debbie Downer, but some fundraising activities are gonna have to find a mighty big umbrella if their events are gonna take place on Saturday.Cristo Rey Dallas’ Cristo Clay will carry on. After all, clay can be shot any old time.But the … [Read more...] about Weather Woes: They Claim The Rain Cometh This Saturday
Weekend Weather May Challenge Fundraising Activities
According to weather guessers, Friday and Saturday are going to continue to be a rollercoaster of temperatures and conditions. They’re expecting everything but snow. And who knows that may be added to the mix, too. But those folks have been known to be off base.Still it’s April and there are some outdoors fundraisers on the schedule. Check with the organizers and … [Read more...] about Weekend Weather May Challenge Fundraising Activities
No Need To Chill About Thursday’s St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Because NorthPark Has It Covered Literally
Sure the overnight chills sent some sillies into willies about Thursday’s St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show. In defense of those hand-wringing types who thought the fashion extravaganza for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas would have them feeling like they were in Minneapolis for the Super Bowl, they can cancel their 911 calls to their stylists and … [Read more...] about No Need To Chill About Thursday’s St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Because NorthPark Has It Covered Literally
Let’s Chill Tuesday Morning
Tuesday morning is not going to be a flash-back to the 2011 Super Ice Bowl. Tonight weather guessers are suggesting there will be an overnight "dusting" of snow and sleet on North Texas grounds. Why KDFW's Dan Henry, KTVT's Scott Padget, KXAS's Rick Mitchell and WFAA's Pete Delkus still have their jackets on!Chances are kids are going to be so disappointed that it ain’t … [Read more...] about Let’s Chill Tuesday Morning
A Gentle Reminder: Be Prepared As 2017 Chills Out
As if it wasn’t chilly enough, the weather predictors are claiming that 2017 is going to repeat 2016's cold shoulder departure. The good news is that ice is not a major part of the equation. Still, if drizzle and a wintry mix does pop up, it just may freeze resulting in slip-and-slide conditions. Hopefully, electricity won’t be compromised. Luckily, Oncor and TxDot are already … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Be Prepared As 2017 Chills Out
Prepare Flower Children For First Freeze Of The Season
As confusing as the weather has been for wardrobes, the poor residents of the Dallas Arboretum are in a blooming quandary. One day it’s sunshine and temperatures in the 80s. The next day it’s cloudy, windy and a drop of 30 degrees. And to top it all off, tonight there is a threat of a freeze that would make a pansy shiver down to its roots. But no need to worry … [Read more...] about Prepare Flower Children For First Freeze Of The Season
Tips For Tuesday’s Trick Or Treating
Despite the predicted chill and wet weather for Halloween, costumed munchkins will still be hitting neighborhoods for yummy handouts. Thanks to Remington College Dallas Campus’s Criminal Justice Department instructor Dickey Harrison, here are some tricks to make their search for yummies a treat.Have children carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see while … [Read more...] about Tips For Tuesday’s Trick Or Treating