Has it really been ten years since the Perot Museum of Nature and Science changed the look of Dallas architecture and created a wondrous experience of science and nature? Well, indeed that landmark year is just months away and the Museum’s longtime and newbie fans have decided that such a decade deserves a year-long series of special events. After all, since it opened … [Read more...] about 2021 Night At The Museum To Kick Off Perot Museum’s Celebration Of Tenth Anniversary Year
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Northwood Woman’s Club “Gave It Away” In A Big Way Despite A Check Hiccup
As organizers emerge from the past year’s fundraising challenges, they are amazing themselves with the resilience of their membership. Case in point was the Northwood Woman’s Club's "Give It Away" luncheon at Northwood Country Club on Thursday, May 27, when they closed the 2020 books with check presentations and handed over the gavel literally to the 2021 leadership . While … [Read more...] about Northwood Woman’s Club “Gave It Away” In A Big Way Despite A Check Hiccup
Meadows At The Meyerson To Honor Philanthropist Mary Anne Sammons Cree With A Hybrid Concert
First the not-so-good news — in-person tickets for this Meadows School of the Art's Meadows Impact Scholarship Fund event on Tuesday, April 20, will not be available due to the pandemic limitations. Now for the great news: It will be livestreamed which means virtual attendance is free. The hybrid event will be SMU’s 28th Annual “Meadows at the Meyerson” honoring … [Read more...] about Meadows At The Meyerson To Honor Philanthropist Mary Anne Sammons Cree With A Hybrid Concert
Baylor Medical Center – Dallas Foundation Board Meeting Focused On The Importance Of Nursing
The Baylor Medical Center - Dallas Foundation’s quarterly meeting Tuesday, December 8, was a major catch-up for members in virtual attendance. They not only were updated about Ben Renberg's being named president of the Foundation and Baylor Scott and White Health's new affiliation with Texas A&M Health and Baylor College of Medicine in Temple, but as a result of the … [Read more...] about Baylor Medical Center – Dallas Foundation Board Meeting Focused On The Importance Of Nursing
Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Parade Goes On Hiatus For A Second Year In A Row
For only the second year in its history, the Greenville Avenue's St. Patrick's Day Parade will not be filling Upper and Lower Greenville with celebrants. It was last year's cancellation that was a turning point for many North Texans when organizers called off the annual parade due to something called COVID-19. This decision was a hard hit for the Greenville Avenue Area … [Read more...] about Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Parade Goes On Hiatus For A Second Year In A Row
The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations
It goes without saying that 2020 established a sorrowful record of deaths since COVID-19 invaded our lives. Within that brief time, coronavirus has become the third leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 343,000 victims and 27,000+ in Texas to date. The daily tallies have almost numbed the mind to the magnitude of the losses. In addition to the pandemic’s … [Read more...] about The Passings Of 2020 North Texas Inspirations
MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas
According to Folds Of Honor North Texas Board of Directors Chairman Mike Beltz, “The Folds of Honor North Texas proudly provided 118 scholarships totaling $590,000 in our North Texas Community in 2019. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of all of our annual chapter fundraising events this year including several third party fundraising events that we … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Folds Of Honor North Texas
MySweetWishList: Equest
According to Equest Board Member Teresa Fishman, “An incredible connection takes place when people interact with horses. "It is truly something remarkable to behold and my wish is that your readers will become monthly donors at any level to support Equest in its mission to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with diverse needs. “My journey with Equest … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest
MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
According to Dallas Summer Musicals President Kenneth Novice, With a proud, 80-year history of presenting and promoting excellence in live musical theater in the historic Fair Park, the nonprofit Dallas Summer Musicals (DSM) has become an essential part of the North Texas community through live entertainment, education, and community outreach. In partnership with … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas Summer Musicals
MySweetEssential: Cristo Rey Of Dallas
According to Cristo Rey of Dallas Development Director Abby Hoak-Morton, Now more than ever, a culture of innovative thinking is critical to the Greater Dallas community. At Cristo Rey Dallas, students who wouldn’t otherwise have access to a college prep education are working one day a week at top businesses to earn 65% of their tuition. Even through a global … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Cristo Rey Of Dallas
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers
If ever North Texas needed a little music, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra is going to provide it. The staff has been busy charging ahead with plans for the fall and winter with some big fundraising events. And they’ve even tweaked them to be social-distancing-friendly. First on the calendar will be the annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala on Saturday, September 12, at … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra Is Tuning Up For A Couple of Major Fundraisers