According to Shakespeare Dallas’ Interim Executive And Artistic Director Jenni Stewart, “As the summer sun sets over North Texas, a different kind of star lights up the night sky—the spirit of giving! Every year, Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day transforms our community, and for Shakespeare Dallas, it’s nothing short of a dream. “North Texas Giving … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Shakespeare Dallas
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“It Ends With Us” Private Screening Sets The Tone For Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon
Timing is everything. And for The Family Place's 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon, its timing was perfect. With Justin Baldoni as the keynote speaker for the luncheon at the Anatole on Friday, October 4, the recent release of his movie "It Ends With Us" was the reason. The film is about a relationship that appears to be ideal but shows subtle signs of a much more dire … [Read more...] about “It Ends With Us” Private Screening Sets The Tone For Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Laughter League
According to Laughter League’s Co-Founder and CEO Tiffany Riley, “One of the most magical moments for Laughter League is when a busload of burn survivors arrives at Camp John Marc for a week of summer camp. The kids exit the bus in long sleeves and hoodies, covering their scars and feeling self-conscious about how they look. By the end of the first day, they are all wearing … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Laughter League
AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Bravo! Gala To Honor Longtime Arts Aficionado Matrice Ellis-Kirk
The AT&T Performing Arts Center is honoring longtime area aficionado Matrice Ellis-Kirk at its Bravo! Gala on Thursday, November 21, at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House. As a founding member of the Center's board of directors back in 2000, she has chaired the board from 2016-2020 as well as being involved in its creation in the 15 years before it … [Read more...] about AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Bravo! Gala To Honor Longtime Arts Aficionado Matrice Ellis-Kirk
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Thinkatorium
According to Thinkatorium’s President Kate Van Dellen, "It just takes one moment to turn the light bulb of hope on for a student. I teach at University of Texas at Arlington and hear time and time again from my first-generation college students that a special field trip or cool event ignited their passion for problem-solving. They became lifelong learners. “Thinkatorium … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Thinkatorium
2024 Callier Listening Camp Was Filled With The Laughter Of Children Playing Hokey Pokey
While the world seemed overwhelmed with politics, there was nothing like the laughter of free-for-all play of children. But on this occasion it was even more so at the Callier Listening Camp at Cross Creek Ranch on Wednesday, July 31. That's where dozens of youngsters 11 years and younger had a day of climbing a rock tower, sliding down a low-up slide and just racing … [Read more...] about 2024 Callier Listening Camp Was Filled With The Laughter Of Children Playing Hokey Pokey
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Jubilee Park And Community Center
According to Jubilee Park And Community Center’s President and CEO Marissa Castro Mikoy, “In the heart of Southeast Dallas lies Jubilee Park, where, for many of our residents, a single line in their address—their zip code—can drastically alter the course of their lives. In our historically underserved 62-block neighborhood, due to physical barriers like I-30 cutting off … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Jubilee Park And Community Center
DSOL Debs And Honor Guard Had A Night Of Game Playing At The Annual Casino Party
Despite loads of North Texans heading to faraway places for summer hiatuses, dozens of the 2025 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Debutantes, Honor Guard and their folks took a "chance" to get together on Friday, July 19, at Arlington Hall. The occasion was the annual Casino Party at which guests supped, sipped, danced and played casino games thanks to the evening's sponsor … [Read more...] about DSOL Debs And Honor Guard Had A Night Of Game Playing At The Annual Casino Party
Sunset Soirée To Provide A Sneak Peak Of Frisco’s Kaleidoscope Park On The Eve Of Its Grand Opening
After years of dreaming, collaborating and fundraising, the six-acre Kaleidoscope Park is just a month away from becoming a treasured reality in Frisco. With the park officially opening with a weekend of activities on Saturday, October 5, the Kaleidoscope Park Foundation is hosting a sneak preview on the night before (aka Friday, October 4). This Sunset Soirée: A Walk in the … [Read more...] about Sunset Soirée To Provide A Sneak Peak Of Frisco’s Kaleidoscope Park On The Eve Of Its Grand Opening
GROVEL ALERT!: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Some folks' good news is other folks' not-so-good news. That's the case for the 2024 Cattle Baron's Ball on Saturday, September 28, at Southfork. For the dolls and dudes who have already locked down their reservations and transportation, the only thing left on their gottta-do list is figuring out what to wear. As for those procrastinators who thought they could wait until … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT!: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s 2024 Art For Advocacy Is Nearing A Sell-Out With A Goal Of $1.6M
Sorry but this one is nearly sold out. But seriously, who would be surprised that the 2024 Art For Advocacy benefiting Dallas Children's Advocacy Center on Saturday, September 14, would be anything but a quick sell out? With Co-Chairs Courtney Gilbert, Amy Grissen and Holly Lawrence plus Presenting Sponsor LABORA and Honor Co-Chairs Katy and Kyle Miller leading the … [Read more...] about Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s 2024 Art For Advocacy Is Nearing A Sell-Out With A Goal Of $1.6M