Last March when the world was just beginning its upside-down normal thanks to COVID-19, the Trinity Park Conservancy (TPC) was also going through some major changes. The good news was that it had reached the $100M fundraising mark for the Harold Simmons Park’s $200M capital campaign and was entering the next phase of developing the 200-acre park and raising the rest of the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Gathering Place’s Tony Moore Named Trinity Park Conservancy President/CEO
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A Passing: Rory Meyers
There was a presence about Rory Meyers that just seemed to make her glow. Some might claim that it was her beautiful white hair pulled back in a ponytail; some might say it was that smile that welcomed all; others might say it was an aura that came from a life of helping and giving. Born Rose-Marie Mangeri in the Bronx 79 years ago, Rory wasn’t one to seek fame and power. … [Read more...] about A Passing: Rory Meyers
2020 MIA Zoo To Do’s Being Virtually Reimagined On January 28 Into “Wild Night In” At Your Place
The animals at the Dallas Zoo boo-hooed when they learned that there would be no 2020 Zoo To Do this past November. They really got a kick watching all those two-legged people grazing the grounds and partying to raise funds for the critters’ room and board. No matter how hard Dallas Zoo President/CEO Gregg Hudson and Executive VP/COO Sean Greene tried to explain the reason was … [Read more...] about 2020 MIA Zoo To Do’s Being Virtually Reimagined On January 28 Into “Wild Night In” At Your Place
MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail
According to Friends of the Katy Trail’s Membership Chair and 2021 Board President Eric Paulson, “Our holiday wish is that you support the Katy Trail with a new or renewed membership this month. “All of us at Friends of the Katy Trail are so appreciative of how Dallasites have recognized the importance of the Katy Trail to the mental and physical health of our … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail
MySweetWish: 24 Hour Club
According to 24 Hour Club CEO Marsha Williamson, “Dallas 24 Hour Club has some exciting news to share! This month, we closed on a multi-unit complex that will become our ‘Next Steps’ Affordable, Apartment Style Sober Living, which will open in early 2021. For years, we have searched for this opportunity because we see the need and importance of offering a sober living … [Read more...] about MySweetWish: 24 Hour Club
Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones’ Saving “The Most Important House In Texas” Has Some History Itself
Trevor Rees-Jones is certainly no newcomer to the Park Cities. As a youngster growing up at 3615 Centenary in University Park, he played at the Caruth family’s nearby farm that is today’s home for luxury homes and Communities Foundation of Texas. The future Eagle Scout/Dartmouth grad/oil giant told a group at Communities Foundation of Texas back in 2014 that he and his friends … [Read more...] about Jan And Trevor Rees-Jones’ Saving “The Most Important House In Texas” Has Some History Itself
MySweetWishList: Network Of Community Ministries
According to Network of Community Ministries volunteer Meredith Embry, "35 years of service to the community means responsibility and dependability. Network of Community Ministries distributed over 1,547,000 pounds of food to more than nearly 21,000 local residents in need last year, alone. In addition, they provided housing assistance, job coaching, senior home meal … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Network Of Community Ministries
Habitat For Humanity’s ReStores Celebrate The Season With Their Own 12 Days Of Christmas
During the months of the 2020 pandemic, North Texas nonprofits have really been scratching their creative grey matter in overtime to find ways to pump up awareness and funds. And Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity has come up with a program that’s both safe and in tune with the season. Starting Saturday, Habitat's ReStores will kick off their own version of The 12 Days of … [Read more...] about Habitat For Humanity’s ReStores Celebrate The Season With Their Own 12 Days Of Christmas
JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
As the temperatures were dropping tonight like Black Friday prices and horse-drawn carriages were making the rounds of Highland Park neighborhoods, HP Mayor Margo Goodwin in a Christmas red coat, Christmas tree broach, black gloves and light-blue mask prepared to officially kick off the holiday season by lighting the Landmark Pecan Tree. Nearby, HP Director of Town … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch*
North Texas has almost everything a body would want — shopping, sports teams and supping. However, a major MIA is a mountain. That may be the reason some folks in North Texas claim Colorado as its second home state, because its trails and surrounding landscape are ideal for strolling/hiking and taking the clubs to the greens in the summertime. And when the snow covers the … [Read more...] about 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch*
JUST IN: 2021 Aware Affair Is “Tastefully” Heading To Dallas’ Most Beautiful Outdoors
Whoa! The Dallas Arboretum is going to be as busy as an accountant right around the middle of April. On the heels of the Mad Hatter’s announcement yesterday about its fundraising slated for the afternoon of Thursday, April 15, the 2021 Aware Affair organizers just announced that the Aware Dallas event will take place the very next day (aka Friday, April 16) at the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Aware Affair Is “Tastefully” Heading To Dallas’ Most Beautiful Outdoors