According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocates Marybeth and Kevin Conlon, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to demonstrate the need for the programming that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
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Iconic Cattle Baron’s 50th Ball Broke Records With A Few Slaps On The Wrist(bands)
Billed as an "iconic" event, the 2023 Cattle Baron's 50th fundraiser for the American Cancer Society of North Texas nonetheless got off to a bit of an un-iconic start for some of the VIP-ers at Parker's Southfork Ranch on Saturday, October 14. Just for openers, guests arrived in the designated area per instructions for the meet-and-greet with lead singer Randy Rogers of the … [Read more...] about Iconic Cattle Baron’s 50th Ball Broke Records With A Few Slaps On The Wrist(bands)
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
While it wasn't an anniversary occasion, the legendary 50th Cattle Baron's Ball on Saturday, October 14, was still indeed iconic at Southfork Ranch for more than 3,000. Despite having some wristband hitches in the giddy-up, the committee of 100 women led by 2023 CBB Co-Chairs Andrea Cheek and Isabell Novakov Higginbotham plowed the rows to break … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
Anyone who drives home during rush hour along Turtle Creek Boulevard is in for an enlightening experience starting Wednesday, November 29. Starting that night at the stroke of 7 p.m., Turtle Creek Park Conservancy elves will brighten up the spirit of the season with the Light Up Turtle Creek Park event. But even before the elves flip the switch, there will be a warmup of … [Read more...] about Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 14th Annual Celebrity Chef Events
According to Visiting Nurse Association supporter Shandalynn Hagar, “My husband, Kelby Hagar, and I are huge supporters of the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), especially its Meals on Wheels program. When I was young, my mother delivered meals during lunch breaks from IBM in her work skirt and heels, regardless of the weather, and the impact has stayed with me since. I … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 14th Annual Celebrity Chef Events
Super Bowl QB Drew Brees “Passed Gratitude Forward” At Goodwill Industries Of Dallas’ Landmark 100th Anniversary Luncheon
Not many North Texas non-profit groups can say they've been around for a century. One that can is Goodwill Industries of Dallas, which according to President and CEO Tim Heis became the first Goodwill organization in Texas way back in 1923. That made the group's 100-year celebration luncheon on Friday, October 13, at the Omni Dallas Hotel a pretty special occasion, … [Read more...] about Super Bowl QB Drew Brees “Passed Gratitude Forward” At Goodwill Industries Of Dallas’ Landmark 100th Anniversary Luncheon
Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Honored Peter Brodsky And Enjoyed Bush Mom-Daughter Chat
As former First Lady Laura Bush and daughter Barbara Pierce Bush were ushered into the Omni Dallas Hotel's Fair Park Room, the lineup of the Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon guests for the meet-and-greet had already queued up on Thursday, October 5. Perfectly organized, the Bush ladies greeted each guest as if that guest was the special person of the day. Three … [Read more...] about Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Honored Peter Brodsky And Enjoyed Bush Mom-Daughter Chat
Actress Brooke Shields Stars At The Family Place’s Texas Trailblazers Awards Luncheon
The Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon benefiting The Family Place at the Hilton Anatole Dallas on Tuesday, October 10, provided a varied and entertaining program for its 700 guests. But the domestic-violence shelter's VIP reception and meet-and-greet with actress and keynote speaker Brooke Shields that preceded the luncheon was pretty fascinating, too. Clad in a long red … [Read more...] about Actress Brooke Shields Stars At The Family Place’s Texas Trailblazers Awards Luncheon
JUST IN: Award-Winning Christine “The Good Wife” Baranski To Keynote Woman To Woman Luncheon
So, at the recent Celebrating Women Luncheon VIP reception on Monday, October 30, GDA Speakers Founder/President Gail Davis and Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas Development Director Chris Walters hinted that plans were on the verge of being announced for JFS's 2024 fundraiser. Despite the best efforts, Chris and Gail stayed clammed up with all-knowing … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winning Christine “The Good Wife” Baranski To Keynote Woman To Woman Luncheon
Grovel Alert: 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon
2023 Doing The Most Good Co-Chairs Lisas (as in Cooley and Singleton) are within a blonde hair's breadth of having a sold-out fundraiser for The Salvation Army of North Texas at the Hilton Anatole on Thursday, November 16. In addition to its reputation of being an inspirational celebration, the luncheon’s popularity may also be due to the fact that it’s just days away … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon
FGI Of Dallas To Honor Siriano, Garcia, Hardison And Longshore At 2023 Night Of Stars
Fashion Group International of Dallas is holding its annual black-tie "Night of Stars" on Friday, November 10, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Dallas). Presented by Mary Kay, this year's award recipients will include the following: Achievement in Fashion Award "Project Runway" — Christian Siriano, Excellence in Media Award — Elle Magazine Editor Nina Garcia, … [Read more...] about FGI Of Dallas To Honor Siriano, Garcia, Hardison And Longshore At 2023 Night Of Stars