On Sunday, November 17, the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center at the University of Texas at Dallas was lit up and filled with nearly 300 people for the first Ackerman Center Leadership Dinner honoring Distinguished Scholar in Residence and former provost Dr. Hobson Wildenthal. In addition to his leadership in developing the University’s curriculum, he became a dedicated force in … [Read more...] about Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
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JUST IN: 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Is Heading Up And Moving North To The Star With Dierks Bentley
Despite the skies pounding North Texas with all types of headline-making wet and windy stuff, the 2020 Cattle Baronesses are making big noise themselves tonight. Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have just seconds ago announced plans for the American Cancer Society fundraiser “Just Livin’ #Take Cancer By The Horns.” And, boy, are these ladies … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Is Heading Up And Moving North To The Star With Dierks Bentley
Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
Night At The Museum: Ignite guests had an extra perk on Saturday, November 9, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. They not only were a part of the "reimagined" Texas Instruments Engineering and Innovation Hall ribbon cutting, they got a sneak peak at the out-of-this-world second level exhibition. And, of course, there were the food stations on the various levels provided … [Read more...] about Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
Yellow And Black Tie Gala Results In a Record Breaking Fundraiser For Behavioral Health At Methodist Richardson Medical Center
The annual Yellow and Black Tie Gala was a magical experience for Methodist Richardson Medical Center at the Renaissance Dallas. In addition to having a magician to entertain the sold-out crowd on Saturday, November 9, a record-breaking half million dollars was provided for the Center's Behavioral Health program. Here's a report from the field: North Texans really know how … [Read more...] about Yellow And Black Tie Gala Results In a Record Breaking Fundraiser For Behavioral Health At Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Big Black Tie Ball Salutes Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Greater Dallas’ Military Mentoring Program And Volunteers
North Texas fundraising on Saturday, November 9, at the Hilton Anatole had the black-tie set out to salute the efforts of adult volunteers, who have served as Big Brothers and Big Sisters. With a special nod to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Dallas' Military Mentoring program, the Big Black Tie Ball hauled in more than $500K for the organization. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about Big Black Tie Ball Salutes Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Greater Dallas’ Military Mentoring Program And Volunteers
Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Warmed Up With A Feast Of Food, Gems And Hunt Hospitality
As if brazenly taking on Mother Nature, catering czarina Cassandra likes to claim, “It never rains on my events.” On Thursday, November 7, that statement appeared to be challenged as the temperature not only plummeted several degrees from the previous day, but the forecast was for 100% precipitation. Right on cue, however, the day’s rain ended by mid-afternoon, but the chill … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Warmed Up With A Feast Of Food, Gems And Hunt Hospitality
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Party
The chill of the evening might have discouraged some folks from venturing out on Thursday, November 11, but the guests for the 2019 Crystal Charity Ball underwriters party were rewarded with a feast of food in a marvelous setting at Tavia and Clark Hunt's home. In addition to the dining room table filled with goodies, there was an extra glow thanks to collection of diamonds. It … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Party
Genesis’s HeROs Celebrated Fourth Annual Evening With Gentle Men Surrounded By Historic Greats
While any opportunity to visit Kathy and Harlan Crow's library is reason to celebrate, Genesis Women's Shelter And Support's fourth annual Evening With Gentle Men on Tuesday, November 7, had additional perks. Not only did guests have Crow Library Curator Sam Fore providing tours with such highlights as a hand-penned letter by Thomas Jefferson written just a couple of weeks … [Read more...] about Genesis’s HeROs Celebrated Fourth Annual Evening With Gentle Men Surrounded By Historic Greats
With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
The trees had scarcely had time to change from summer-colored crepe myrtles to fall's golds, browns and oranges before, lo and behold, winter was on the doorstep. Just before a frigid blast hit, though, The Family Place’s ReuNight was taking advantage of a beautiful evening at the Mansion on Turtle Creek’s Lawn on Wednesday, November 6. Family Place CEO Paige Flink reported … [Read more...] about With Likes Of Ann-Margret, Ed Sullivan And Raquel Welch, The Family Place Was A Starry ReuNight
MySweetWishList: Silver Supper 2020
According to Silver Supper 2020 Chair Patty Huffines, “Plans for Silver Supper 2020 are well underway and my wish for this holiday season is that the community will join me, along with Honorary Chair Nancy Dedman, for a beautiful evening benefiting the Dallas Museum of Art’s Decorative Arts program. “Silver Supper will be held on Friday, February 7, at 7 p.m. in the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Silver Supper 2020
12th Annual Day At The Races Is Warming Up With Plans For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser
Poor Turtle Creek Park has been through more name changes than a coquettish Texas divorcee. With the acreage zig-zagging from Lee Park to Oak Lawn Park and now finally happily branded as Turtle Creek Park, Park President/CEO Gay Donnell Willis has been swapping out stationery, signage and website names. But what hasn’t changed is the annual Day At The Races (DATR). The … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Day At The Races Is Warming Up With Plans For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser