According to Dallas Historical Society’s Cocoa With Santa Honorary Co-Chair Calvert Collins-Bratton and Chair Jennifer Scripps, “The holidays are a time for traditions, and one of our favorites is the Dallas Historical Society’s Cocoa with Santa. This event is more than just a festive gathering—it’s a way to create cherished family memories while supporting an organization … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Historical Society’s Cocoa With Santa
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Lake Highlands 2024 Holiday Home Tour And Sip-And-Shop Are Setting The Mood For The Season
As neighborhoods dress up for the holidays, the Lake Highlands Women’s League is opening the doors of four homes on Friday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Presented by Walne Family Holdings, the 2024 Annual Holiday Home Tour is being co-chaired by Jenny Littlefield and Stephani Walne, who have arranged for the following homes to be open for guests: 9311 Moss … [Read more...] about Lake Highlands 2024 Holiday Home Tour And Sip-And-Shop Are Setting The Mood For The Season
JUST IN: Bezos’ Day 1 Families Fund Provides a $2.5M Grant For Family Gateway To Assist Homeless Families
Back in November 2019, Family Gateway received $2.75M from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund. A few months later the pandemic struck, sending North Texas non-profits scrambling to provide services. Thanks to the Day 1 Families Fund grant, Family Gateway’s staff shifted from a “first-come, first-served” model to focusing on helping families find alternative solutions, a process … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Bezos’ Day 1 Families Fund Provides a $2.5M Grant For Family Gateway To Assist Homeless Families
Today’s Ho-Hum Cold Front Buys Time For North Texans To Prep For The Chilly Weeks Ahead
Yes, that so-called cold front that was supposed to land in North Texas today was pretty lame. Needless to say, there was no need to pull out that yummy Brunello Cucinelli opera cashmere floral crochet embroidered knit sweater, pinon wood, Veronica Beard's Bria puffer vests or that Burberry men's wool giant check hooded scarf. Still, most folks were pleased as a frog at a … [Read more...] about Today’s Ho-Hum Cold Front Buys Time For North Texans To Prep For The Chilly Weeks Ahead
A Gentle Reminder: 2024 Daylight Saving Time Approaches With Alarm
Before you vote and order a pizza to watch the election results on Tuesday, November 3, you're gonna be rewarded with that hour you gave up to the Daylight Saving Time’s spring forward. Sure, you remember when you grumbled for two or three days following the Sunday loss. Geez, way worse than a Cowboys' loss. But just 48 hours before the national election commences on … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: 2024 Daylight Saving Time Approaches With Alarm
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Sleep In Heavenly Peace – DFW East Region
According to Sleep In Heavenly Peace -DFW East Region (SHP-DFW East Region) Vice-President Jeannie Stone, “It’s always shocking to me that in a nation with so much wealth that there are children who don’t have many of life’s basic necessities. Working parents – many times single moms – are doing their best; however, budgets can only stretch so far against the rising cost of … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Sleep In Heavenly Peace – DFW East Region
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: WeBUILT DFW
According to WeBUILT DFW’s Senior Vice-President Lindsay Langton, “The statistics are staggering, yet virtually unknown to the general population. Many have heard of the meteoric rise in autism rates, but few have heard of the housing crisis affecting this population. For instance, of adults with autism, only a small percentage (19%) live outside their parent’s home. The … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: WeBUILT DFW
2024 North Texas Giving Day Boosters: Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Garland
According to Habitat Greater Garland’s President/CEO Rich Buquet, “It is hard to overstate the benefits that come from having a safe, decent, affordable place to call home. For the past 30 years Habitat Greater Garland has been changing people’s lives by providing strength and stability through home ownership. Owning a home allows families to save more, invest in education, … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Boosters: Habitat For Humanity Of Greater Garland
The Family Place Celebrates Its New, Expanded Shelter For Men And Their Children
When it comes to domestic violence, most think of only women being victims. However, men too often suffer from relationships that include violence. Recognizing that there was a need to help men and their children, The Family Place opened Texas' first men's shelter in 2016. On Friday, July 12, The Family Place celebrated the opening of its new, expanded men's shelter in Irving … [Read more...] about The Family Place Celebrates Its New, Expanded Shelter For Men And Their Children
Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was Highlighted By The Reveal Of A Newly Created Award
While Dallas CASA's 2024 Parade Of Playhouses was nearing an end at NorthPark Center, there was a gathering to celebrate the builders, designers and teams who had volunteered their time, talents and materials to create the fundraising showcase of 13 munchkin-friendly houses. Taking place at the center's Breadwinners on Thursday, June 27, the crowd included such longtime … [Read more...] about Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was Highlighted By The Reveal Of A Newly Created Award
MySweetOpportunity: Housing Crisis Center
According to Housing Crisis Center Board Chair Carolyn Goelzer, “The mission of the Housing Crisis Center is to prevent homelessness, respond to the immediate needs of those facing crisis, and sustain their stability in safe, affordable, and permanent housing while empowering them to solve their housing problems in the future. “That’s a mouthful! Yet, Housing Crisis … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Housing Crisis Center