As the The Stewpot's Soup's On! chefs gathered in The Thompson kitchen on Monday, January 27, and rows of salads were being prepped, Chief Chef Brian Luscher recalled how as a young eager beaver he had arrived in Dallas but couldn't get a checking account for lack of the required paperwork. Telling the nine Soup's On! chefs (Chef Jeff Bekavac of Goodwins, Chef J. Chastain of … [Read more...] about Soup’s On! Luncheon Celebrated The Stewpot’s 50th Anniversary Year With Nicholas Kristof And A $100K Match
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JUST IN: 2025 Chick Lit Individual Tickets Now On Sale And Raffle Packages Revealed
When it was announced that Hoda Kotb was "retiring" from her days at NBC, it became pretty obvious that Hoda's idea of retirement didn't fit the usual definition. As she told "People's" Lizzie Hyman, she "made a schedule because I really wanted to have something going on [the] day" of her retirement. She went on to reveal, "I’m going to be doing a huge dive into wellness. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Chick Lit Individual Tickets Now On Sale And Raffle Packages Revealed
JUST IN: Guess Who’s Coming To 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon? Perhaps Your New BFF?
2025 Chick Lit Luncheon Co-Chairs Alison Malone and Kelley Schadt have just announced plans for the 19th Annual Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser presented by Lara and Dr. Robert Tafel. In addition to landing “pretty-in-pink” Kameron Westcott serving as the honorary chair, and Toyota Motor North America receiving the 2025 Paige McDaniel Partners for Children … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Guess Who’s Coming To 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon? Perhaps Your New BFF?
JUST IN: Dallas Service Forum To Feature Multi-Talented “Dallas” Co-Star Sheree J. Wilson
One of “Dallas” Larry Hagman’s last public appearances back in 2012 was at the White Bridle fundraiser for his good friend/”Dallas” Co-Star Sheree J. Wilson. In addition to her support of Hagman as he battled leukemia, Sheree has had a heady multi-faceted career as an actress, producer, a businesswoman and philanthropist. She also claims Dallas as her home supporting such … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Service Forum To Feature Multi-Talented “Dallas” Co-Star Sheree J. Wilson
Wait No Longer To Sign Up For Rising Stars Luncheon’s Fireside Chat With Troy Aikman
While most Dallas Cowboy fans, players and staff are having to watch Sunday's Super Bowl from beyond the sidelines, there's a lot of second-guessing about how the North Texas team will fare next season. Those guessers will soon have a great chance to hear from the man who guided the Cowboys to their last three Super Bowl wins in 1992, 1993 and 1995. After-School All-Stars … [Read more...] about Wait No Longer To Sign Up For Rising Stars Luncheon’s Fireside Chat With Troy Aikman
Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
Victor Rivas Rivers' success in sports and films (e.g., "Magic Mike," "The Distinguished Gentleman," "The Mask Of Zorro") was a journey that overcame a daunting challenge of domestic violence. After arriving in the U.S. from his native land of Cuba at the age of 2, he "endured horrific child abuse and witnessed domestic violence on the level of torture at the hands of his … [Read more...] about Victor Rivas Rivers’ Story Of Overcoming Childhood Abuse To Highlight Pot Of Gold Luncheon
JUST IN: 2025 Room To Grow Will Fashionably Fundraise With NM Execs And Awards In Garden Setting
One of the most guaranteed to be a spring-like outdoor event is Dec My Room's North Texas Chapter's Room To Grow Luncheon. Returning once again to NorthPark's marvelous Neiman Marcus Garden, this year's fundraiser is being co-chaired by Ashley O'Malley and Heather Winn on Wednesday, April 2. This year's luncheon and showcase of spring fashions will have NM Luxury … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Room To Grow Will Fashionably Fundraise With NM Execs And Awards In Garden Setting
Be The Difference Foundation’s Runway For Hope Plans Revealed To Battle Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is one of the truly nasty members of the cancer clan. It has very few signs of being present until it's in a devastating state, having spread within the pelvis and belly. The overall five-year survival rate is 46%. According to the University of Kansas Cancer Center, it "can progress quickly from early stages to advanced stages within a year." The signs of the … [Read more...] about Be The Difference Foundation’s Runway For Hope Plans Revealed To Battle Ovarian Cancer
JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
Back in November at the Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awards Luncheon, BCA Founder Chair/NorthPark President Nancy Nasher was not holding back about the shopping center's latest developments. One of those “developments” was Diptyque, the legendary Parisian fragrance and skincare. One guest was surprised, saying, “Hasn’t it been in there for nearly a decade?” Yes! … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
“The Stodge” Is Going To Chat It Up With Author Harry Hunsicker On The Murder, He Wrote
One of the oldest professions is... no, not that one... storytelling. Whether it's cave artwork about a hunt, the "Illiad" by Homer, Charles Dickens' Victorian novels dealing with social injustice or 21st century biographies by Walter Isaacson and Doris Kearns Goodwin, storytelling has not just survived, it's thrived. Today, it is available in oral sharing, print versions, … [Read more...] about “The Stodge” Is Going To Chat It Up With Author Harry Hunsicker On The Murder, He Wrote
JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon
Grant Halliburton Foundation has bravely brought to light the reality of young people dealing with devastating decisions. Still the Foundation has soldiered on to support the youngsters and their families and friends working through the issues. To shine a light on how even sports greats have not just dealt with mental health challenges, but have risen above them to help … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former MLB Player Drew Robinson To Share His Story With Eric Nadel At Beacon Of Hope Luncheon