This year's A Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon at the Dallas Arboretum on Tueseday, November 19, was a showcase of what makes southern lifestyles so popular. With floral arrangements and a dedicated-to-the south menu, it was the perfect setting for keynote speakers Bunny Williams and Rebecca Wesson Darwin to share their findings and benefit the Women's Council of … [Read more...] about 13th Annual Writer’s Garden Provided True Southern Hospitality With Bunny Williams And Rebecca Wesson Darwin
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The ‘Sisters’ Had It All Together At Texas Women’s Foundation Annual Luncheon At The Anatole
The annual luncheon of the Texas Women's Foundation is always an inspiring, high-energy affair, and the 34th edition on Thursday, November 14, at the Hilton Anatole proved the rule. How could it have been otherwise, with TWF board member Cynt Marshall — renowned for her energetic onstage dance moves — and featured speaker Elaine Welteroth, a pioneering journalist, editor and … [Read more...] about The ‘Sisters’ Had It All Together At Texas Women’s Foundation Annual Luncheon At The Anatole
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
With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
The trees had scarcely had time to change from summer-colored crepe myrtles to fall's golds, browns and oranges before, lo and behold, winter was on the doorstep. Just before a frigid blast hit, though, The Family Place’s ReuNight was taking advantage of a beautiful evening at the Mansion on Turtle Creek’s Lawn on Wednesday, November 6. Family Place CEO Paige Flink reported … [Read more...] about With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
The Passings Of 2019 North Texas Inspirations
The annual “Passings” post is always a hard one. It is a reflection of some of the people whose actions and leadership have made North Texas flourish beyond the dreams of its forefathers/mothers. But this year seems to be especially poignant. Recently someone worried that North Texas had lost an entire tier of legendary philanthropists, benefactors, influencers and role … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2019 North Texas Inspirations
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: Life Lessons
According to Texas Eating Disorders Association Board President Kristi Bare, “This is an exciting time for our organization as we celebrate our first holiday season as Texas Eating Disorders Association, formerly The Elisa Project. Just like our name change, we are also ‘shaking up’ our 2020 fundraiser ‘Life Lessons’ by hosting a dinner for the first time, featuring an … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Life Lessons
MySweetWishList: Art In Bloom
According to Art In Bloom 2020 Chair Therese Rourk, “The Dallas Museum of Art League’s Art in Bloom 2020 will celebrate all things “royal” on Monday, March 2. My wish is that the community will join me, along with Honorary Chair Amy Warren and DMA League President Dyann Skelton, for the 21st annual event, which supports the Dallas Museum of Art’s exhibition and education … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Art In Bloom
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum and Awards Dinner Co-Chairs Laura Maxwell and Nina Vaca have just announced that the fundraiser presented by AT&T will take place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 30. The keynote speaker will be “Tech Boss Lady” author Adriana Gascoigne, who is founder and CEO of San Francisco-based Girls in Tech. With 43 chapters … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Blossomed With “Flowers” At Tables And On The Runway
The weather on Monday, November 4, couldn't have been more perfect for a "flower." In this case, it was the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's "Fashion Notes" at the Ritz honoring local designer Patti Flowers. As the crowed of 300+ gathered for the Mystery Notes reception, the talk of the day was still about those recovering from the October 24th tornado. Jeweler Richard … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Blossomed With “Flowers” At Tables And On The Runway
Mike Rawlings Is The Man Of The Hour At The 36th Annual H. Neil Mallon Award Dinner
Tom Dunning seemed amazed. The longtime civic leader was looking on as a 17-piece mariachi band performed in the lobby of the Hilton Anatole, part of the entertainment for the 36th Annual H. Neil Mallon Award Dinner on Friday, November 1. "I've never seen a mariachi band that big!" Tom marveled, smiling slightly. While the group, called Mariachi Sol Azteca, was indeed large, … [Read more...] about Mike Rawlings Is The Man Of The Hour At The 36th Annual H. Neil Mallon Award Dinner