For folks who headed to beaches or mountains for spring break, welcome back. While you were gone, you missed the Dallas Mavs St. Patrick's Day Parade on Greenville on Saturday, March 11, nice days of walk-about conditions and Thursday night's sirens screeching for nearly a half hour as scary weather ushered in a cold front that dropped temperatures to the 30s, 40s and … [Read more...] about North Texas Fundraising Goes Into Overdrive In The Weeks Ahead With Tough Decisions To Be Made
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Parade Of Playhouses Returns To NorthPark’s Air-Conditioned World When Summer Heat Swelters
Everybody seems to be spinning from the topsy-turvy weather changes of late, with temperatures ranging from just above freezing to the 80s, but they needn't be. That wide spread of degrees will soon settle down to temperatures that will throw air-conditioner techs into hyperdrive come summertime. Luckily, Dallas CASA will cool activities with its annual Parade of … [Read more...] about Parade Of Playhouses Returns To NorthPark’s Air-Conditioned World When Summer Heat Swelters
Easter In Turtle Creek Park And Its Pooch Parade Return With Food Trucks, Entertainment, Pets And The Betts
It’s not every day one receives an email from a formerly homeless fellow by the name of Barney. He reported that after a three-year hiatus, Easter in Turtle Creek Park is returning on Sunday, April 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. Organized by Turtle Creek Park Conservancy, the 50+ year-old, family-oriented celebration is renowned for attracting more than 5,000 people from all over the … [Read more...] about Easter In Turtle Creek Park And Its Pooch Parade Return With Food Trucks, Entertainment, Pets And The Betts
“Movies With A Mission” Had All The Right Movies To The Tune Of $18,725 For Children’s Health
The Women’s Auxiliary of Children’s Health has a variety of fundraising programs like the Boo Yard Sign Challenge, A Season Of Giving, Deck The Halls Wreath, Family Night At Six Flags and Breakfast With Santa, to mention a few. But one of the offshoots of the Auxiliary is Movies With A Mission that was created by Ursuline Academy’s Ella Kate Nayfa and Jesuit Preparatory … [Read more...] about “Movies With A Mission” Had All The Right Movies To The Tune Of $18,725 For Children’s Health
2023 Can Do! Luncheon Letter Signing Was Right At Home Around Liza Collins’ Dinner Table
Despite Tuesday's cold, rainy day, Liza Collins' home was the perfect spot for a letter signing. Had it been a sunny day, the backyard pool, two-hole putting green and basketball half-court would have been a temptation to just scrap the day's duties and lounge outside. But there was a deadline to get the Can Do! Luncheon letters to the post office by Thursday. After all, … [Read more...] about 2023 Can Do! Luncheon Letter Signing Was Right At Home Around Liza Collins’ Dinner Table
Breakfast With Santa Was Bubbling With Kids Of All Ages To Support Children’s Health
While Crystal Charity Ball volunteers were still cleaning up from Saturday night’s ball at the Anatole, work was underway to create the setting at NorthPark Center for Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, December 4, benefiting Children’s. As Jesse Leos opened the family SUV’s rear door and pulled out a stroller, a trio of boys (Ollie Leos, Stone Leos and Hawke Leos) emerged from … [Read more...] about Breakfast With Santa Was Bubbling With Kids Of All Ages To Support Children’s Health
MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
According to Texas Discovery Gardens Board Member Ann Dyer, “The Flora Award, one of Dallas' oldest and most prestigious honors, has been presented in support of Texas Discovery Gardens since 1982. It recognizes outstanding citizens and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to community service, education, sustainable conservation and enhancement of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Texas Discovery Gardens
Walkabouts Dallas Arboretum And Dallas Zoo Are Kicking Off 2023 With Special Discounts
With North Texans thawing out after the Christmas week freezer, Mother Nature is providing more user-friendly temperatures with nary a mention of freezing degrees in the future. A couple of North Texas walk-about venues are celebrating the better weather and new year with their annual bargains for January. The Dallas Zoo will kick off its annual Penguin Days special with … [Read more...] about Walkabouts Dallas Arboretum And Dallas Zoo Are Kicking Off 2023 With Special Discounts
Check Out NORAD’s Goodies As Santa And His Posse Warm Up for A 2022 Global Christmas
Christmas Day is still a day or so away when NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) for the 67th year will faithfully track Santa as he and his reindeer romp around the world to make drop-offs for good little boys and girls in all corners of the world. Seriously, has Santa ever met a bad munchkin? But our friends at NORAD have totally ramped up their 2022 game … [Read more...] about Check Out NORAD’s Goodies As Santa And His Posse Warm Up for A 2022 Global Christmas
MySweetWishList: Equest
According to Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, "The barns are decked with horses and holly, and 'tis the season to be generously jolly! My wish is that the community will support our therapy horses and the clients we serve during the holidays by participating in our Angel Tree Wish List. “Here are two easy ways to support us: “Visit Equest at the Texas Horse Park, 811 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest
MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas’ Christmas Party
According to Dream Center Dallas Director Kacie Kintz, “At Dream Center Dallas, we want to help make Christmas extra merry this year for Dallas families in need of assistance over the holidays. On Saturday, December 17, at 12 p.m., Dream Center Dallas volunteers are hosting a Christmas event to distribute free gifts, until supplies last, to families that may not otherwise be … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dream Center Dallas’ Christmas Party