When the signers of the Declaration of Independence put their names literally on the line, Congress President John Hancock boldly wrote his, saying, “There John Bull can read my name without spectacles, he may double his reward and I put him at defiance.” Over the decades, cursive writing was part of a grade school’s curriculum. But someone decided that it was an … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Brush Up On Your John Hancock
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MySweetKindness: Abby Hoak-Morton
According to Abby Hoak-Morton, Tuesday, March 24, was a heartwarming day as the Cristo Rey Dallas campus was opened for a food bank and school supplies event, in partnership with North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities. More than 155 boxes of food and 100+ bags of school supplies were distributed to members of the Cristo Rey Dallas and Pleasant Grove … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Abby Hoak-Morton
Get Up and Get Doing: Morning Eye Opener
Before brewing that first cup of coffee or even brushing your teeth, take your temperature. If it’s normal, you just told yourself that you're symptom-free. But if you do have a fever, you should check for other symptoms (i.e., cough, tiredness, shortness of breath) as well. If some are present, contact your area’s hotline: Collin County: 211, select option 6 … [Read more...] about Get Up and Get Doing: Morning Eye Opener
March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
As if nerves weren’t raw enough, tonight may up the ante. There are predictions of North Texas being hit by some thunderstorms rolling into the wee hours. And is if this weather weren’t enough, more of the area’s nonprofits are reporting changes to plans including the following: Canceled The Dallas Opera's performances and programs for the 2019/2020 season Dallas … [Read more...] about March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
LATE UPDATE: 2020 Art Ball Chair Brian Bolke just sent word that the spring black-tie favorite Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser slated for Saturday, April 18, has been canceled. According to DMA Eugene McDermott Director Agustin Arteaga, "We are deeply indebted to Ball Chair Brian Bolke who brought a dynamic vision to this year’s gala. We are also appreciative of you, our … [Read more...] about Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
At noon on Friday, February 21, North Texans had two totally different fundraisers. At St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s Snyder Activity Center, the 20th Annual Destiny Award Luncheon was underway with Taraji P. Henson as guest speaker and Peter Brodsky receiving the 2020 Mona and David Munson Humanitarian Award. Over at the Dallas Trade Mart, Attitudes and Attire … [Read more...] about Attitudes And Attire’s Luncheon Had Fashions And Flags Onstage And A Surprise Announcement
2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
When Dallas City Council person Jennifer Staubach Gates accepted the Virginia Chandler Dykes Award at the TWU Dallas Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, February 20, she almost choked up. But thanks to a secret handed down from her father/former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, she rallied on and "steelered" the day. Here's a report from the field: A sold-out … [Read more...] about 2020 Virginia Chandler Dykes Awardee Jennifer Staubach Gates Calls On The Steelers For Help
JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Over the past decade, Carol Goglia has been busy on both the professional and personal fronts. In addition to being a wife, a mom of three and a breast cancer survivor, she’s also spearheaded the marketing and communications for Communities Foundation of Texas. In addition to the numerous CFT programs and events supervised by Carol, it was during the last decade that she was … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Communities Foundation Of Texas’ Carol Goglia Named President Of United To Learn
Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Got A Firsthand Look At Its 2020 Beneficiaries
The 2020 Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of beneficiaries didn’t start off on a high note. While the clouds covered the area and the temperatures felt like the 30s had taken over, Craig Vogel's Savvy Transportation Services bus sought a place to park at Turtle Creek Village on the morning of Thursday, February 20. The usual spot was already filled with cars. While 53 had … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Got A Firsthand Look At Its 2020 Beneficiaries
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour
The day may have started off cold and cloudy on Thursday, February 20, for the Crystal Charity Ball bus tour of its 2020 beneficiaries, but it ended with the sun shining and committee members revved up to provide the needed $7,870,000. While the eight beneficiaries (Ability Connection, Catch Up and Read, Center for Vision Health, Children's Medical … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour
Cristo Rey Dallas’ Kelby Woodard Announces Plans That Will Take Him Back To Minnesota
Was it just six years ago that Dallas native son Kelby Woodard took up "the challenge" to create the foundation for Cristo Rey Dallas? His "small but mission-driven team" charged forward resulting into today's oasis of education in southeast Dallas with 80 faculty members, 500 students and families, 107 graduates, 24 board members, 140 corporate partners" and countless … [Read more...] about Cristo Rey Dallas’ Kelby Woodard Announces Plans That Will Take Him Back To Minnesota