It was 399 years ago that the Pilgrims held the first Thanksgiving at the Plymouth Plantation. The purpose was to celebrate the colony’s first successful harvest. Over the years it became a tradition of families and friends coming together to enjoy a bounty of food, catch a movie, watch the Macy’s parade and/or the Cowboys play. Even during the years when this country was … [Read more...] about The Purpose Of Thanksgiving May Need A Jump Start For 2020
Dinner
2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: At Home Dinner For Eight By “Top Chef” Tre Wilcox*
Don’t just judge Chef Tre Wilcox by his appearance. Sure, he has movie star looks and arms that would put Superman to shame, but that's just window dressing. The man not only has an incredible talent for whipping up 5-star reviews from food critics, he’s also passionate about setting a feast for the eye and taste buds. Tre’s come a long way from the teenager cleaning chicken at … [Read more...] about 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: At Home Dinner For Eight By “Top Chef” Tre Wilcox*
JUST IN: 2021 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Deb Announcement Dinner Canceled
Word just arrived that tomorrow (Wednesday) night’s Dallas Symphony Orchestra League debutante announcement dinner at the Dallas Country Club has been canceled. DSOL Presentation Ball Chair Mari Epperson and DSOL President Anne Ligon have also made a change in the ball itself. Instead of it taking place on the original date of Saturday, February 13, they’ve moved it to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Deb Announcement Dinner Canceled
JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed
Equest has been making the rounds throughout Dallas for the past couple of years for its annual gala fundraiser. For this reason, many folks haven’t made the trek down to Texas Horse Park since Equest’s newest facility — the Al Hill Jr. Arena — was built. Change is in the wind. 2021 Equest Co-Chairs Lisa and Kendall Laughlin and Katherine and Austin Wyker are herding the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest’s 40th Anniversary Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Of Horse Power Plans Revealed
Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
Over recent years Bonton Farms has become an inspiring centerpiece for the surrounding neighborhood in South Dallas. With its homegrown produce and Market Cafe, it has helped an area that had struggled through rough times to prosper. On the evening of Sunday, September 6, Bonton was the site of A-Farm-To-Table celebration of African American vendors and volunteers benefiting … [Read more...] about Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
With Greenberg Turkeys Up In Smoke, VNA’s Power Of Pie Carries On With Pumpkin Power
This Thanksgiving is definitely not going to be as traditional as usual. For those thinking that their Greenberg Smoked Turkey was on its way, rethink that one. Unfortunately, Friday night an explosion resulted in a major fire at the Tyler facility squelching any plans for Greenberg to provide planned deliveries of 78,000+ smoked turkeys through the entire holiday season. … [Read more...] about With Greenberg Turkeys Up In Smoke, VNA’s Power Of Pie Carries On With Pumpkin Power
JUST IN: Legacy Of Love To Celebrate Valentine’s Day Honoring Emy Lou And Jerry Baldridge With A Royal Feast
2021 Legacy of Love Co-Chairs /mom-daughter Mary Bloom and Laura Bloom Gordon have just revealed details for the Center for BrainHealth fundraiser. Talk about perfect timing for the event — Valentine's Day (aka Sunday, February 14)! Receiving the Legacy Award will be Emy Lou and Jerry Baldridge, who have for the past 15 years, “poured their hearts and energy into BrainHealth … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Legacy Of Love To Celebrate Valentine’s Day Honoring Emy Lou And Jerry Baldridge With A Royal Feast
October 26 Update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person, In-Person And Rescheduled
With COVID-19 battling with political candidates for headlines, North Texas nonprofits are still marching straight ahead with fundraising events. So far, there are changes in plans but no cancellations. Here’s today’s latest update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person Aspire's “Toast To Literacy” will be online on Thursday, October 29 Camp Sweeney’s … [Read more...] about October 26 Update: Going Virtual Instead Of Traditional In-Person, In-Person And Rescheduled
Texas Women’s Foundation’s 2021 Leadership Awards Nominations Are Now Available
While thumbing through your collection of friends for holiday cards and gifts, betcha that you’ll spot quite a few outstanding women. Some have even been “blazing trails in leadership and creating a path for other women to follow.” Why not take the time to let them know that their efforts have not gone unnoticed? Sure, a phone call and a letter might be nice, but think … [Read more...] about Texas Women’s Foundation’s 2021 Leadership Awards Nominations Are Now Available
JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
In its 68-year history, Crystal Charity Ball has provided more than $149,387,669 for children’s nonprofits in Dallas County. This past February the committee of 100 committed to raising $7,870,020 for eight beneficiaries (Ability Connection, Catch Up and Read, Center for Vision Health, Children’s Medical Center Foundation, Foundation for Callier Center for Communication … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Is Canceled But Fundraising Will Continue For Children’s Charities
MySweetEssential: United To Learn
According to United to Learn President Carol Goglia, There is no question that back-to-school season is looking very different: drive-by meet-the-teacher, delayed school starts, virtual learning options, new entry procedures with health checks, and mask wearing. But, while things feel and look different, one thing remains the same: United to Learn is underway with their annual … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: United To Learn