Word just arrived that tomorrow (Wednesday) night’s Dallas Symphony Orchestra League debutante announcement dinner at the Dallas Country Club has been canceled. DSOL Presentation Ball Chair Mari Epperson and DSOL President Anne Ligon have also made a change in the ball itself. Instead of it taking place on the original date of Saturday, February 13, they’ve moved it to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Deb Announcement Dinner Canceled
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MySweetWishList: Dallas Chamber Symphony
According to Dallas Chamber Symphony volunteer Barbara Vance, The Dallas Chamber Symphony requests support to continue its Twist-on-Risk educational programs for Dallas homeless and at-risk students, including those enrolled/incarcerated at the Dallas County Juvenile Department (DCJD). Through “Twist on Risk: Maturing Through Music,” ensembles of 3-8 DCS musicians … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Chamber Symphony
JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed
Equest has been making the rounds throughout Dallas for the past couple of years for its annual gala fundraiser. For this reason, many folks haven’t made the trek down to Texas Horse Park since Equest’s newest facility — the Al Hill Jr. Arena — was built. Change is in the wind. 2021 Equest Co-Chairs Lisa and Kendall Laughlin and Katherine and Austin Wyker are herding the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed
Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
Over recent years Bonton Farms has become an inspiring centerpiece for the surrounding neighborhood in South Dallas. With its homegrown produce and Market Cafe, it has helped an area that had struggled through rough times to prosper. On the evening of Sunday, September 6, Bonton was the site of A-Farm-To-Table celebration of African American vendors and volunteers benefiting … [Read more...] about Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
JUST IN: Sunday’s Heart Fest Fundraiser For American Heart Association – North Texas Postponed
If you had your “heart” set to raise funds for the American Heart Association – North Texas on Sunday at The Heart Of Collin County’s Heart Fest, pause. Organizers just sent word that “due to unforeseen circumstances, the rise in COVID-19 cases in North Texas and in conjunction with event leadership, we have made the decision to postpone this Sunday’s Collin County Heart … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sunday’s Heart Fest Fundraiser For American Heart Association – North Texas Postponed
JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
In its 68-year history, Crystal Charity Ball has provided more than $149,387,669 for children’s nonprofits in Dallas County. This past February the committee of 100 committed to raising $7,870,020 for eight beneficiaries (Ability Connection, Catch Up and Read, Center for Vision Health, Children’s Medical Center Foundation, Foundation for Callier Center for Communication … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Online Auction Kicks Off Friday Morning With More Than 250 Goodies
When the 2020 Cattle Barons’ Ball was canceled, it only meant that the in-person whooping and hollering were scotched. But like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the 2020 CBB silent and live auction arose for one mammoth online auction that kicks off Friday morning at 9 a.m. Oh, the joys of bidding and checking updates on the monitor from your keyboard without having to … [Read more...] about 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Online Auction Kicks Off Friday Morning With More Than 250 Goodies
Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
It was just a year ago that the Dallas CASA crew was preparing for its 40th anniversary of providing advocates for children in the protective care of the state. There were all types of ideas being investigated on how to make it a memory-maker of a year with in-person activities. Then all those plans tumbled when COVID-19 arrived this spring. But Dallas CASA President/CEO … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
The changes of plans continue to keep the “datekeepers” busy adjusting and re-adjusting their calendars. The good news is that on today’s Update is not only are no cancellations, there are a couple organizations are looking to 2021 for in-person activities. The almost-as-good news is that some groups are adjusting to the new world of virtual eventing. If you haven’t tried … [Read more...] about September 25 Update: Going Virtual and Rescheduled
Business Council For The Arts 2020 Obelisk Awardees, Finalists And Other Deets Revealed
2020 Obelisk Awards Co-Chairs Mimi Crume Sterling and Cari Walls have announced the final details for the annual fundraiser for the Business Council for the Arts. Taking place on Tuesday, November 17, the event, it was decided, will follow the trend of the season and be virtual from noon to 1 p.m., with Comerica Bank Senior VP/Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dye … [Read more...] about Business Council For The Arts 2020 Obelisk Awardees, Finalists And Other Deets Revealed
7th Annual Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Will Be An In-Person Fundraiser
While many traditional events have gone the virtual route during the rest of 2020, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Anne Ligon, Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Chairs Karen Cox and Honorary Co-Chairs Claire Catrino and Cile McCormick are charging ahead with an in-person event. Plans call for the 7th annual fundraiser to get underway at the Fairmont Dallas … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show Will Be An In-Person Fundraiser