As the sky was cloudless and the temperatures were unusually cooler for August, the talk at the Gateway for Opportunity Luncheon patron party on Tuesday, August 29, at Lisa and Clay Cooley’s estate was southward. Despite the overwhelming ticket sales for the annual fundraising luncheon with former First Lady Laura Bush, the past days of Hurricane Harvey devastating the Gulf … [Read more...] about Hurricane Harvey’s Devastating Gulf Coast Was A Chief Topic At Gateway To Opportunity Luncheon Patron Party
Disaster
Now Is The Time To Rise And Shine
For longer than anyone can remember, there's seemed to be a competition between two of Texas’ siblings. The Gulf Coast boasted having one of the largest cities in the nation, the world’s most ginormous oil companies and a shoreline. North Texas laid claim to having more Super Bowl rings, a TV series called “Dallas” and the birthplace of Neiman Marcus. Both have proved to be the … [Read more...] about Now Is The Time To Rise And Shine
An Unfortunate MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hurricane Harvey
North Texans are certainly no strangers when it comes to Mother Nature throwing fizzy fits. Perhaps that's why they are feeling the pain of those escaping Hurricane Harvey and seeking refuge here. Unfortunately, for some they will have little to return to. For others, they just might decide to stay put here.To help these uprooted folks while they call North Texas home, it … [Read more...] about An Unfortunate MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hurricane Harvey
You Only Need This Information Once To Save Your Life
As Kevin Hurst described earlier today, Mother Nature doesn’t discriminate. No matter how skinny, rich or what zip code one claims, she feels free to unload with her tornadoes, straight-line winds, hail and locusts (okay, so the locusts may not be part of the mix). That’s why during certain parts of the year, especially spring and fall, she really slams the North Texas area … [Read more...] about You Only Need This Information Once To Save Your Life
Kevin Hurst Provides A Firsthand Look On How North Texans Are Pulling Together Following Recent Tornadic Devastation And How To Help
With spring weather sporadically tearing up families and homes, its devastation only provides a rallying point for both friends and strangers to help the healing process. Following the recent onslaught of tornadic activities on Saturday, April 29, Neiman Marcus Director of Charitable Giving and Associate Volunteerism Kevin Hurst was able to see firsthand the ruination and the … [Read more...] about Kevin Hurst Provides A Firsthand Look On How North Texans Are Pulling Together Following Recent Tornadic Devastation And How To Help
Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified
There have been recent grumblings among the media and party venues about the Dallas County Fire Marshal’s Office clamping down on arrangements. Especially feeling the pinch of the ramped-up of regulation enforcement is the art community that has become a lively part of the North Texas scene with pop-up galleries and events. At a community meeting in July. Mini-Gallery's Lara … [Read more...] about Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified
Oops Alert!: Local Monthly Publication Suffers Awkward Boo-Boo In Publishing 2016 Crystal Charity Ball “Ten Best Dressed”
Some of the best things end up on the cutting room floor. For instance, Kevin Costner’s speaking role as Alex Marshall in the flashback scenes in “The Big Chill” didn’t make it to the big screen. Johnny Depp’s performance in “Platoon,” Charlie Chaplin in the “Keystone Cops,” and John Lithgow’s super-agent Harry Zell in “L.A. Story” all suffered the same fate.Whatever the … [Read more...] about Oops Alert!: Local Monthly Publication Suffers Awkward Boo-Boo In Publishing 2016 Crystal Charity Ball “Ten Best Dressed”
A Behind-The-Scenes Peak at Corporate Philanthropy In Times Of Disaster
Since Thursday night's tragedy, Dallas’ fortitude has amazed people throughout the world. From the city leadership to the memorial building at Dallas Police Headquarters, the shooting has only brought the community closer together to heal. One group that deserves a pat on the back includes the various companies that have immediately stepped in to help the victims and support … [Read more...] about A Behind-The-Scenes Peak at Corporate Philanthropy In Times Of Disaster
UPDATE: Companies Are Already Taking Up Topgolf’s Invitation To Donate To Assist The Officer Foundation
It seems that Topgolf scored a hole-in-one with its being one of the first to donate $10,000 to Assist The Officer Foundation (ATO) and inviting other businesses to join in. It was just reported that the invitation was taken up by PlainsCapital, which donated $25,000 to ATO. In addition, RBC Wealth Management-U.S. is donating $10,000.The airlines also got on board. Not only … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Companies Are Already Taking Up Topgolf’s Invitation To Donate To Assist The Officer Foundation
Topgolf Initiates Healing Process To Financially Help Dallas Shooting Victims And Their Families
Despite the shock of last night’s shootings, area companies and people are already stepping up to help the victims. The folks at Topgolf have undertaken a “grassroots effort of Dallas businesses supporting local law enforcement after last night’s tragic events downtown.”According to Topgolf’s Amanda Hill, the Dallas-based company is “pledging $10,000 to the Assist The … [Read more...] about Topgolf Initiates Healing Process To Financially Help Dallas Shooting Victims And Their Families
A Morning Of Mourning
For baby boomers and other old-timers, the news of the sniper(s) in downtown Dallas killing people knee-jerked them back to the nightmare of November 22, 1963. They remembered the days and years of Dallas being damned as a “city of hate.” This time it was a victim of hatred.It was hard to imagine that the spot where 800 had peacefully marched to protest shootings in … [Read more...] about A Morning Of Mourning