At 11:30 on Friday, November 15, the reception for the Business Council for the Arts' 2019 Obelisk Award Luncheon in the Fairmont Dallas' International Room Lobby was underway. The honorees had already been at a run-through of the day’s program and the VIP reception since 9:30. There were on stage in the International Ballroom getting their final instructions. Jane McGarry was … [Read more...] about Obelisk Awards Luncheon Recovered From An Oops Thanks To Two Good-Natured Recipients
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JUST IN: 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Is Heading Up And Moving North To The Star With Dierks Bentley
Despite the skies pounding North Texas with all types of headline-making wet and windy stuff, the 2020 Cattle Baronesses are making big noise themselves tonight. Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have just seconds ago announced plans for the American Cancer Society fundraiser “Just Livin’ #Take Cancer By The Horns.” And, boy, are these ladies … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Is Heading Up And Moving North To The Star With Dierks Bentley
Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
Night At The Museum: Ignite guests had an extra perk on Saturday, November 9, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. They not only were a part of the "reimagined" Texas Instruments Engineering and Innovation Hall ribbon cutting, they got a sneak peak at the out-of-this-world second level exhibition. And, of course, there were the food stations on the various levels provided … [Read more...] about Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
Beacon Of Hope Luncheon Kicks Off With Announcement Of Patrick Kennedy As Keynote Speaker
2020 Beacon of Hope Luncheon Co-Chairs Dixey Arterburn and Ginger Sager had news to share and that's just what they did on Wednesday, November 6, at Heidi and Tim Perry's home. Headlining their announcement was the name Patrick Kennedy, who will be the keynote speaker at the Grant Halliburton Foundation fundraiser luncheon in March. Here's a report from the field: On … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope Luncheon Kicks Off With Announcement Of Patrick Kennedy As Keynote Speaker
JUST IN: 2020 NorthPark Ambassadors And Their Non-Profit Partners Revealed
NorthPark Center’s Ambassador program is starting the new year with the announcement of the 2020 Ambassadors. Instead of traveling the country representing NorthPark, these Ambassadors have a one-year tenure and stay put right here in North Texas “to partner with NorthPark and its retailers for various initiatives to benefit the charitable organization through meaningful events … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 NorthPark Ambassadors And Their Non-Profit Partners Revealed
Downtown Dallas Street Closures Announced For New Year’s Eve
North Texas is preparing for the start of a new decade with loads of entertainment and fireworks Tuesday night. Two of the top celebrations will be taking place in downtown Dallas — Reunion Tower Over the Top Fireworks Show and Dallas NYE Party on the Plaza. Needless to say, it’s gonna be a big turnout. For those taking mass transit, DART and Coors Light are partnering up to … [Read more...] about Downtown Dallas Street Closures Announced For New Year’s Eve
JUST IN: 2020 Chick Lit Luncheon La-Di-Da Speaker Revealed
For weeks, Community Partners of Dallas’ President/CEO Paige McDaniel and Development and Communications VP Joanna Clark have been busting at the seams to share a secret — the 2020 Chick Lit Luncheon’s headliner. Now the big day of reveal has come. The ladies at the helm of this year’s fundraiser include Co-Chairs Sally Dutter and Beth Thoele, Honorary Chair Tracey … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Chick Lit Luncheon La-Di-Da Speaker Revealed
MySweetWishList: Vogel Alcove’s Day1Dallas
According to Vogel Alcove volunteer Tracy Patterson, “Thirty percent of Dallas children — 3,000 of our local kids — have no home to call their own. As difficult as their current situation may be, it’s the traumatic and lasting effects of homelessness on these younger children that the Vogel Alcove is committed to combat. “The organization — named in honor of one of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Vogel Alcove’s Day1Dallas
MySweetMusic: Celebrate Christmas With 12 Hours Of Classics
Whether you’re opening presents, getting dressed for church, preparing a feast for family and friends or just settling back from a day of activities, here’s the perfect background music for all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Leynwdih668 … [Read more...] about MySweetMusic: Celebrate Christmas With 12 Hours Of Classics
Good Merry Christmas Morning
Let's start off the day with some holiday cheer thanks to Mariah Carey* at Disney's 2016 Magical Holiday Celebration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OV10YR9HK4w If you feel like dancing around the Christmas tree and singing along, here are the words... as if you don't already know 'em: I don't want a lot for Christmas There is just one thing I need I don't care … [Read more...] about Good Merry Christmas Morning
4th Annual Grow The Grove Celebrated Liza And Will Lee’s Contributions To The Community
Grow the Grove Co-Chairs Karen and Mark Carney managed to pick the perfect couple to salute for the fourth annual Cristo Rey Dallas fundraiser on Saturday, November 2, at Sixty Five Hundred. It was none other than Liza and Will Lee, who have had a great impact in both the educational and healthcare arenas. Here's a report from the field: Cristo Rey Dallas hosted its 4th … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Grow The Grove Celebrated Liza And Will Lee’s Contributions To The Community