With a chill in the air, North Texans were briskly heading to fundraising luncheons on Thursday, November 22, as the countdown for Thanksgiving got underway. While The Salvation Army Of North Texas held its “Doing The Most Good Luncheon” at the Hilton Anatole, the Dallas Historical Society’s (DHS) History Maker Luncheon saluted a wide variety of leaders and organizations at The … [Read more...] about DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past
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“The Stodge” Is Going To Chat It Up With Author Harry Hunsicker On The Murder, He Wrote
One of the oldest professions is... no, not that one... storytelling. Whether it's cave artwork about a hunt, the "Illiad" by Homer, Charles Dickens' Victorian novels dealing with social injustice or 21st century biographies by Walter Isaacson and Doris Kearns Goodwin, storytelling has not just survived, it's thrived. Today, it is available in oral sharing, print versions, … [Read more...] about “The Stodge” Is Going To Chat It Up With Author Harry Hunsicker On The Murder, He Wrote
JUST IN: Friends Of The Dallas Public Library’s 75th Anniversary Kicked Off At Tiffany’s Newest Gem
When Tiffany Co-Founders Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young established the legendary jewelry brand — Tiffany — in New York City back in 1837, Neiman Marcus Co-Founders Herbert Marcus and his sister Carrie Marcus Neiman hadn't even been born yet, let alone planted their roots for the luxury retailing store in North Texas. Those were the early days of youthful Dallas. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Friends Of The Dallas Public Library’s 75th Anniversary Kicked Off At Tiffany’s Newest Gem
A Writer’s Garden Was A Blooming Delight With Stefani Bittner And Martyn Lawrence Bullard Presenting
With the walls of the Dallas Arboretum's Rosine Hall covered in an array of floral images, the 2024 A Writer's Garden guests had the perfect setting on Wednesday, November 13, for the annual Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser. In addition to a reception, a luncheon and a lively auction, speakers Stefani Bittner and Martyn Lawrence Bullard shared design tips and … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Was A Blooming Delight With Stefani Bittner And Martyn Lawrence Bullard Presenting
The Senior Source’s Sage Dinner’s Featured Speaker Ken Hersh Shared “What Was On His Mind”
The Senior Source's 2024 Charles C. Sprague Sage Society Dinner scored a trifecta speaker on Wednesday, October 23, with George W. Bush Presidential Center President/CEO, Texas Rangers Board Member and best-selling author Ken Hersh. Taking place at "a local country club," Event Co-Chairs Beth and Chuck Thoele announced a $15,000 match for the evening that included Mike Massad, … [Read more...] about The Senior Source’s Sage Dinner’s Featured Speaker Ken Hersh Shared “What Was On His Mind”
Dallas Kappas Celebrated Tablescapes 30th Anniversary With A Stellar History And QR Codes
It was a little over 30 years ago when the Dallas Alumnae Association of Kappa Kappa Gamma came up with adding an event leading up to their annual Kappa Home Tour. They had heard of a successful Fort Worth fundraiser featuring tables decorated by a variety of people sponsored by the Fort Worth Kappas and the Pi Phis. The Home Tour co-chairs met with the Fort Worth Kappas, who … [Read more...] about Dallas Kappas Celebrated Tablescapes 30th Anniversary With A Stellar History And QR Codes
“The King Of Diamonds” Author Rena Pederson Was A Gem Of A Storyteller At The Write Stuff
Custom fashion designer Michael Faircloth admitted he’s not much of a reader. But he made an exception for “The King of Diamonds,” a new book by veteran journalist Rena Pederson about the bold, uncaught jewel thief who snuck into the mansions of North Texas’ elite in the late 1950s and ’60s. “My partner said, ‘You have to read this book, because you know so many people, and … [Read more...] about “The King Of Diamonds” Author Rena Pederson Was A Gem Of A Storyteller At The Write Stuff
Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon Celebrated Inspirational Women And Stressed Changing Minds
The Family Place's Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon VIP reception at the Hilton Anatole's Wedgwood Room was abuzzing with three stars on Friday, October 4. It was no wonder with keynote speaker Justin Baldoni against the sponsors board, with guests lined up for a photo opp. Despite his killer good looks, it was his charismatic personality that drew guests like a magnet … [Read more...] about Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon Celebrated Inspirational Women And Stressed Changing Minds
Texas Trailblazer Patron Party Was A Full Court Press With Luncheon Heavy Hitters
On the eve of The Family Place's 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon, the patron party at Bunny and Harold Ginsburg's home was a gathering that included the keynoter/actor/producer Justin Baldoni, Event Co-Chairs Lauren Black, Nakita Johnson, Clarisa Lindenmeyer and Lauren McKinnon, Honorary Co-Chair Lindsay Billingsley, The Family Place CEO Tiffany Tate, retired Family … [Read more...] about Texas Trailblazer Patron Party Was A Full Court Press With Luncheon Heavy Hitters
The McConaugheys Provided “Greenlights” For New Friends New Life Meeting Its Goals 9/20
As the overwhelming crowd of women and men filled the lanes leading to the Omni Dallas Hotel on Friday, September 8, they had their game plans in place. As part of the New Friends New Life fundraiser luncheon, their eyes were totally fixed on Academy Award-winner/Texas home boy Matthew McConaughey. Known for his chiseled good looks and Texas accent talk, he was probably the … [Read more...] about The McConaugheys Provided “Greenlights” For New Friends New Life Meeting Its Goals 9/20
Each Moment Matters Author Christy Cashman And Junior Villanueva Undertook Grief Via Different Journeys
For simply ages, Maria Villanueva was known as the first lady of North Texas' Garden Gate. But the end of her life shattered her husband Junior Villanueva's world involving both his personal life and professional livelihood. Yes, her battle with cancer had taken a toll for months and years, but it wasn't until Junior was confronted with the fact that the battle was to end in … [Read more...] about Each Moment Matters Author Christy Cashman And Junior Villanueva Undertook Grief Via Different Journeys