Caroline Rose Hunt was definitely not born with a silver spoon in her mouth. According to her older sister Margaret Hunt Hill*, “When Caroline was born, on January 8, 1923, we borrowed a laundry basket from the people downstairs, the T.P. Marks family, who had the Ford automobile agency, and that was Caroline’s crib.”That was when her parents Lyda Bunker Hunt and H.L. Hunt … [Read more...] about A Passing: Caroline Rose Hunt
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JUST IN: WaterTower Theatre Continues Evolving With Artistic Director Joanie Schultz’s Exit
Gee, she hardly unpacked her theatrical bags and Joanie Schultz announced her departure from WaterTower Theatre.According to WaterTower Theatre Board President Grace Daniels, "I joined the board around the same time that Joanie was hired and was able to witness the impact of her artistic vision. It was during these seasons the theatre was able to engage with existing and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: WaterTower Theatre Continues Evolving With Artistic Director Joanie Schultz’s Exit
JUST IN: New Cattle Baron’s Members Announced
Over the weekend 2019 Cattle Baron’s Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley revealed the gals who have been tapped to join the Cattle Baronesses in raising monies to fight cancer.The CBB class of 2019 includes Kate Boatright, Caitlin Bonner, Katy Brooks, Adelaide Erickson, Sarah Groves, Caroline Harrison, Jane Rozelle Humphrey, Kari Schlegel … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Cattle Baron’s Members Announced
Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes
Talk about six degrees of separation in North Texas nonprofit corner offices, and Molly Bogen is the common thread. Where to start? At the beginning, of course!When Molly retired as CEO of The Senior Source after more than 40 years, Cortney Nicolato took over the reins of the operation back in January 2016. But it seems that Cortney’s stay turned out to be a bit shorter … [Read more...] about Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes
JUST IN: Parkland Foundation CEO David Krause To Retire Next Year
David E. Krause, who's led the Dallas-based Parkland Foundation since 2005, says he'll retire as the foundation's president and CEO in the fall of 2019.In announcing his decision, the longtime philanthropy executive and Dallas native said, "My work on behalf of Parkland Health & Hospital System has been the most meaningful of my career. ... It has been a great … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Parkland Foundation CEO David Krause To Retire Next Year
JUST IN: 2018 Obelisk Awardees Revealed Plus Details For Annual Business Council For The Arts Fundraising Luncheon
In the past, the annual Obelisk Awards sculptures have been designed and created by longtime glass artist Jim Bowman. Last year Jim and his wife/artist Mary Lynn Devereux-Bowman announced that they were relocating to North Carolina and the 2017 Obelisk creations would be Jim’s swan song.2018 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Co-Chairs Victoria and Hunter McGrath along with … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Obelisk Awardees Revealed Plus Details For Annual Business Council For The Arts Fundraising Luncheon
Labor Day Honorees May Need Some Respect And Appreciation
Despite schools already being back in session, Labor Day signals the official end of summer. School rooms are empty; shopping centers are filled; and some are just taking a time-out to rest. Originally, the annual holiday was established to “celebrate various labor associations’ strengths of and contributions to the United States economy.” Over the years, it transitioned to … [Read more...] about Labor Day Honorees May Need Some Respect And Appreciation
JUST IN: A Couple Of Surprise Comings And Goings In The North Texas Arts Universe
It seemed just like yesterday that Dallas Opera CEO Keith Cerny dropped the bomb that he was turning in his resignation and heading up north to the Calgary Opera to replace the organization's retiring CEO Bob McPhee. That was eight months ago. Well, leave it to Keith to drop another surprise package telling the Calgary Opera that he was resigning because the back-and-forth to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Couple Of Surprise Comings And Goings In The North Texas Arts Universe
Genesis Women’s Shelter’s Bianca Jackson Named New Friends New Life’s Chief Development Officer
Since the beginning of the year, New Friends New Life has seen some changes in its leadership. Kim Robinson came on board as CEO in March. Then Jessica Brazeal was “recently promoted to chief programs officer." Now word comes that Bianca Jackson has moved her email address from Genesis Women’s Shelter, where she was senior director of fund and community development for seven … [Read more...] about Genesis Women’s Shelter’s Bianca Jackson Named New Friends New Life’s Chief Development Officer
Start Your Engines And Walking Shoes For The Dallas Arboretum’s Dollar Days
The Dallas Arboretum’s Dollar Days couldn’t happen at a better time. After those scalding three-digit temperatures in July, the first ten days of August are predicted to stay under the 100-degree mark.Entrance to the palatial acres overlooking White Rock is gonna be $2.What’s more, the Wind Sculptures in Motion: the Kinetic Art of Lyman Whitaker has been such a hit that … [Read more...] about Start Your Engines And Walking Shoes For The Dallas Arboretum’s Dollar Days
JUST IN: Nicole Gann Succeeds Sabrina Porter As President/CEO Of Juliette Fowler Communities
Juliette Fowler Communities has had a changing of the guards, so to speak. Sabrina Porter, who has been the president/CEO has taken a position with Christian Care Centers. Succeeding her is Nicole Gann, who has “served as both Chief Financial Officer and most recently Chief Operating Officer at Juliette Fowler Communities for six years prior to her new … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Nicole Gann Succeeds Sabrina Porter As President/CEO Of Juliette Fowler Communities