Oh, what a night the guests at The Charles C. Sprague Sage Society dinner had hearing about tales of faraway places and adventures few people have experienced. Taking place at "a local country club" on Tuesday, October 24, The Senior Source fundraiser's keynote speaker was "local boy" Victor Vescovo, who had conquered the depths of the sea and the world's tallest … [Read more...] about World Adventurer Victor Vescovo Shared Past Tales And Future Undertakings At The Sage Society Supper
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Volunteers Are Needed For Saturday Morning’s Tree Planting At Turtle Creek Park
As this weekend's BMW Dallas Marathon Festival gets underway Saturday with walkers and runners throughout Dallas for the Scottish Rite for Children fundraiser, a group of volunteers will be "filling holes" at Turtle Creek Park. From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., 75 to 100 trees will take root at the Park as part of Branch Out Dallas and the City of Dallas Park and Recreation … [Read more...] about Volunteers Are Needed For Saturday Morning’s Tree Planting At Turtle Creek Park
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocates Marybeth and Kevin Conlon, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are working diligently to demonstrate the need for the programming that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
Rain Couldn’t Dampen News Arising At 2023 Sweetheart Ball New Members Tea
The 2023 Sweetheart Ball new members tea was a multi-generational, family affair of support for the black-tie gala that has raised more than $42M for heart disease treatment and prevention. With 1996 Ball Chair Alinda Wikert hosting the afternoon tea at her exquisite home, her niece/2023 Ball Chair Heather Washburne had a full agenda to share with the committee of volunteers … [Read more...] about Rain Couldn’t Dampen News Arising At 2023 Sweetheart Ball New Members Tea
MySweetWishList: Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden
According to Dallas Arboretum Board Member, donor and volunteer Pierce Noble, “The holidays are about giving, and our wish for the community is to give to help children have access to the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Children’s Adventure Garden is a magical eight-acre scientific garden that teaches … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden
Turtle Creek Annual Gala At Marriott Uptown Kicked Off A Weekend Of Dancing, Bidding And Touring
The Turtle Creek Association kicked off a busy weekend for its fundraising efforts on Friday, October 20, at the Marriott Uptown at its annual gala with music, dining, cocktailing, bidding and a reminder of the Association's mission "to protect and preserve this natural habitat for future generations." Following the night of partying, the Association held its 22nd Tour of … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Annual Gala At Marriott Uptown Kicked Off A Weekend Of Dancing, Bidding And Touring
JUST IN: Mary McDermott Cook And Grace Cook To Co-Chair 2024 Zoo To Do
The Dallas Zoo animals are still recovering from last month’s Zoo To Do. Even though the lions were the "mane" attraction for many, the giraffes loved being hand-fed lettuce by guests. But the humans are already announcing plans for the 2024 fundraiser. To head up the event will be that fundraising power team of animal-lovers Mary McDermott Cook and her daughter Grace … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Mary McDermott Cook And Grace Cook To Co-Chair 2024 Zoo To Do
MySweetWishList: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Lora Farris and Marjon Henderson, “The original Cattle Baron’s has raised more than $102 million for cancer research projects in North Texas since its inception in 1974. Our wish is that the community will join us in our goal to eradicate cancer by becoming underwriters of the 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball. “In the meantime, you … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball
2023 Fur Ball’s Lt. Dan Had Paws And Paddles Raised High For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
While DIFFA Dallas' Burgers and Burgundy was partying it up outdoors at The Village Dallas on Friday, October 20, the animal-lovers were donning their best bib and tucker for the SPCA of Texas' 2023 Fur Ball in Deep Ellum's The Factory. Needless to say, the scene stealers were the SPCA residents and graduates. And topping the list was a fellow by the name of Lt. Dan, whose … [Read more...] about 2023 Fur Ball’s Lt. Dan Had Paws And Paddles Raised High For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
DIFFA Dallas Glowed At The Village Dallas With “Burgers And Burgundy” And House Of DIFFA News
As fabulous as the newly reconfigured Village Dallas has been, the grounds never looked more ideal than on Friday, October 20, for DIFFA Dallas' 14th Annual Burgers And Burgundy. Adding to the visual beauty was the aroma arising from the ten chefs' stations serving up ... burgers, of course. In addition to the people watching and the downing of burgers were the evening … [Read more...] about DIFFA Dallas Glowed At The Village Dallas With “Burgers And Burgundy” And House Of DIFFA News
JUST IN: Neda Bahramnejad And Vanessa Fuquay To Co-Chair Family Compass’ 2024 North Star Luncheon
Before 2023 fundraising closes down, Family Compass has just revealed its plans for its 2024 North Star Luncheon. Taking place at a “local country club” on Monday, April 29, the event will be co-chaired by Dallas Junior Leaguers Neda Bahramnejad and Vanessa Fuquay. According to Family Compass CEO Ona Foster, “Neda and Vanessa are not only very involved in … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Neda Bahramnejad And Vanessa Fuquay To Co-Chair Family Compass’ 2024 North Star Luncheon