Despite not knowing the speaker for the Celebrating Women's 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee Luncheon, both former chairs (Laura Downing, Margo Goodwin and Carol Seay) and volunteers like (Carol Dalton, Angie Kadesky, Pat McCall, Pam McCallum and Connie Yates), gathered around Felicia Powell's dinner table on Thursday, August 1. With pen in hand, the gals addressed envelopes for … [Read more...] about Celebrating Women Invitations Had Volunteers Handy With Pens To Address Envelopes
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GROVEL ALERT!: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Some folks' good news is other folks' not-so-good news. That's the case for the 2024 Cattle Baron's Ball on Saturday, September 28, at Southfork. For the dolls and dudes who have already locked down their reservations and transportation, the only thing left on their gottta-do list is figuring out what to wear. As for those procrastinators who thought they could wait until … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT!: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s 2024 Art For Advocacy Is Nearing A Sell-Out With A Goal Of $1.6M
Sorry but this one is nearly sold out. But seriously, who would be surprised that the 2024 Art For Advocacy benefiting Dallas Children's Advocacy Center on Saturday, September 14, would be anything but a quick sell out? With Co-Chairs Courtney Gilbert, Amy Grissen and Holly Lawrence plus Presenting Sponsor LABORA and Honor Co-Chairs Katy and Kyle Miller leading the … [Read more...] about Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s 2024 Art For Advocacy Is Nearing A Sell-Out With A Goal Of $1.6M
MySweetOpportunity: 2024 New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon
According To New Friends New Life Luncheon Honorary Co-Chair Robin Bagwell, "I was introduced to New Friends New Life by Gail Turner, one of the founding board members, when NFNL was in its infancy. When I first became involved, 'sex trafficking' wasn’t yet a familiar term. I always thought NFNL helped women who made poor choices, but once I learned more, I discovered that … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2024 New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon
2024 Rhapsody Gala Was Cyndi Lauper Just Having Fun Onstage With The Turtle Creek Chorale
Dallas' legendary Turtle Creek Chorale had a date with a girl for its annual Rhapsody Gala on Saturday, June 1. And she wasn't just any gal. She was the girl who for decades has been having fun with song and music — Cyndi Lauper. And what fun the fundraiser co-chaired by Grace Cook, Sheilon King, Tara Lewis and Whitney Strauss at the Omni Dallas Hotel was. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about 2024 Rhapsody Gala Was Cyndi Lauper Just Having Fun Onstage With The Turtle Creek Chorale
MySweetOpportunity: Family Gateway’s Denim And Diamonds Gala
According to Family Gateway Board Chair Michelle Frymire, “The inaugural Denim and Diamonds Gala, benefiting Family Gateway, will be Thursday, November 14, at Gilley’s Dallas. The evening’s purpose is two-fold: raising critically needed funds for the children and families affected by homelessness who find stability, safety and hope every day at Family Gateway, and, honoring … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Family Gateway’s Denim And Diamonds Gala
Roundup For Autism’s Inaugural Barry Corbin Grit And Generosity Award To Honor The Late Keith Maddox
Barry Corbin exemplifies the words “grit” and “generosity.” True, it was years ago when someone approached him in the Dallas Arts District and asked him a question. Barry snorted, “Check my IMBD.” But, shoot! That was so Barry. He’s the "doesn't suffer fools" type with a Texas accent that directors time and again have sought in such TV shows and movies as “Northern … [Read more...] about Roundup For Autism’s Inaugural Barry Corbin Grit And Generosity Award To Honor The Late Keith Maddox
MySweetOpportunity: 2024 Cattle Baron’s “New Horizons” Ball
According to 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Lora Farris and Marjon Henderson, “The first Cattle Baron’s Ball was a full-fledged Texas barbecue under the co-chairmanship of Patti Williams Hunt and Jacque Wynne, who founded the event to raise funds for cancer research through the American Cancer Society. And, now with your help, we are poised to surpass the $100 million … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2024 Cattle Baron’s “New Horizons” Ball
JUST IN: Actress/Author/Advocate Olivia Munn To Keynote Celebrating Women’s Silver Anniversary Luncheon
One literally needs a show biz scorecard to keep up with 5'4" Olivia Munn. For some, she was the firecracker, fast-talking "Sloan Sabbith" on Aaron Sorkin's and HBO's "Newsroom." But her resume reveals far more within the entertainment industry ranging from her early days as a correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart in 2010 to more recently diverse roles ranging from … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Actress/Author/Advocate Olivia Munn To Keynote Celebrating Women’s Silver Anniversary Luncheon
JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
Anyone who has been on board for the 2024 Paris Olympics didn't need a passport or to budge from their North Texas comfort zone. All they did was embrace NBC and its Peacock cousin coverage. In addition to the Texas claims to silver and gold like Asher Hong, Simone Biles and other champs on the platform, the galleries have been filled with all types of well-known celebrities … [Read more...] about JUST IN: New Friends New Life Luncheon To Feature A Chat With Camila And Matthew McConaughey
JUST IN: Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon To Honor Dr. Opal Lee With Justin Baldoni As Keynoter
Just as earlier reports were claiming that this October in North Texas is looking crammed with activities, the newest one on the radar is The Family Place's Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon. Taking place on Friday, October 4, at the Hilton Anatole, Luncheon Co-Chairs Lauren Black, Nakita Johnson, Clarisa Lindenmeyer and Lauren McKinnon along with Honorary Co-Chairs … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon To Honor Dr. Opal Lee With Justin Baldoni As Keynoter