North Texans know all too well how the Texas Grid caved in just a couple of years ago. With the 21st century’s need to power up air-conditioning, smart homes and cellphones, the health of the Grid has brought entire families and neighborhoods to realize their homes, businesses and even cars are dependent upon electricity. To help prepare folks for what may be on the horizon, … [Read more...] about North Texans Can Take The Grid’s Temperature Thanks To ERCOT’s New TXANS Program
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The Senior Source’s Beat The Heat Is Providing AC Units And Extra Help For Sweltering Seniors
The thermometer is inching its way upward to a North Texas heat wave. Experts are literally sweating it out that this year’s summer could be a record-breaking scorcher. While some will while away the problem by getting out of town to cooler place, and others will just chill at home with their AC blasting away, way too many seniors will suffer in their homes that can be … [Read more...] about The Senior Source’s Beat The Heat Is Providing AC Units And Extra Help For Sweltering Seniors
35th Mad Hatter’s Topped Out Despite “Majestic” Challenges And More Than 600 Hatters
2023 Mad Hatter's Tea Co-Chairs Anne Stodghill and Kristina Wrenn had assembled a team to make the the 35th Women's Council of the Arboretum fundraiser a blowout. The theme was regally in keeping with the times — "Majestic Mad Hatter's Luncheon A Celebration of English Elegance." Ironically, the Thursday, April 20, date of the event created a slight issue preventing some … [Read more...] about 35th Mad Hatter’s Topped Out Despite “Majestic” Challenges And More Than 600 Hatters
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea
While the Brits were gearing up for the coronation of King Charles III (aka Princess Diana’s ex) across the pond, the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum was in high fiddle for the 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea that wasn’t. Actually, the Women’s Garden fundraiser co-chaired by gal pals Anne Stodghill and Kristina Wrenn was a luncheon. But who’s gonna grouse about such sundry little … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea
Clay Cooley Volkswagen of Park Cities Is Going To The Dogs Sunday With A Mission
Most car dealerships are closed on Sundays. But there’s always an exception, and this Sunday Clay Cooley Volkswagen of Park Cities (5555 Lemmon Avenue) will be howling with activity. However, nary a car will be sold or even test-driven. Instead, the place will be going to ... and for ... the dogs. Partnering with Dallas Animal Services, Clay Cooley Auto Group is … [Read more...] about Clay Cooley Volkswagen of Park Cities Is Going To The Dogs Sunday With A Mission
JUST IN: 2023 Party In The Park Family Leadership And Presenting Sponsor Revealed
When it comes to a stellar party, the name Schlegel is usually in the neighborhood. Whether it’s taking over the Meyerson Symphony Center or spearheading a fundraiser for a non-profit, this philanthropic family knows how to celebrate the occasion with all the right elements. So that’s why the grounds of Klyde Warren Park will be the perfect venue for the Schlegels making it … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Party In The Park Family Leadership And Presenting Sponsor Revealed
Mad Hatter’s Patron Party Had Guests Tippy-Toeing Cobblestones To Preston Hollow Mansion
In days of yore when horse-drawn carriages delivered the livery set to special occasions, it was the clip-clop of hooves on cobblestone that announced their arrival. But that was ages ago. The 21st century mansion still hearkens back to the pavestone ways, but nowadays the stones are limited to the homes' circular driveways. And the hooves have been replaced by … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Patron Party Had Guests Tippy-Toeing Cobblestones To Preston Hollow Mansion
JUST IN: 2023 CBB Trailblazers Overcame A Drench For A Hot Mansion And A Raffle Reveal
About 200 Cattle Baron’s Ball's Trailblazers didn’t let a little rain drench their party spirit tonight, for a couple or three reasons. First of all, Trailblazer’s Party Co-Chairs Annalee Aston and Sarah Pederson arranged to have the event at attorney Chris Parvin’s ultra-contemporary house overlooking the corner of Armstrong Avenue and St. Johns Drive. Chris laughed when … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 CBB Trailblazers Overcame A Drench For A Hot Mansion And A Raffle Reveal
Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Had Clear Skies, A Full House And One-Of-A-Kind Scarves To Raise Funds
The valets had been told that about 70 were expected for the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary's Spring Tea on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 12. Only by the time the doors opened at Monica Eastin's fabulous estate, the car count had already hit 100 and more guests were self parking and hiking from a block away. But it was worth the car challenge. Thanks to rare but … [Read more...] about Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Had Clear Skies, A Full House And One-Of-A-Kind Scarves To Raise Funds
Despite The Late Spring Chill, 2023 Room To Grow Bubbled With Silks, Stilettos And Sweets
Never let it be said that North Texas ladies will let a change in the weather impact their fashionable taste. A perfect example was Dec My Room of North Texas’ 2023 Room To Grow at NorthPark’s Neiman Marcus Courtyard on Wednesday, April 5. Surely, the chilly weather of the past winter was in the rear-view mirror and April’s springlike temperatures would be simply ideal for … [Read more...] about Despite The Late Spring Chill, 2023 Room To Grow Bubbled With Silks, Stilettos And Sweets
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Room To Grow
Don’t ever let it be said that North Texas gals will let a little chilly weather stop them from getting all dolled up in their finest spring silks and stilettos to support a couple of sweetheart co-chairs and a difference-making non-profit. That’s exactly what happened in NorthPark’s Neiman Marcus Courtyard on Wednesday, April 5, for the Room To Grow … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Room To Grow