Despite the North Texas 2022 heat soaring over 100, summer camps were back in full swing. From gals camping at Waldemar and co-eds sailing sunfish to sabots at Camp Longhorn's Inks Lake, kids were making memories. But over at Cross Creek Ranch for a week (Monday, August 1 thru Thursday, August 4), a special come-together was underway for a unique group of youngsters. These … [Read more...] about Callier Cochlear Implant Camp Beat The Summer Heat With Turtles And Parachute Trapping
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MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fantasy Football
According to Fantasy Football Co-Chairs Jeni and Brent Garrett and Phyllis and Jim Stone, “Put your game face on and get ready for some football at The Warren Center’s largest fundraising event of the year – Fantasy Football Draft Night – on Friday, August 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 10: 30 p.m. at the Westin Galleria Dallas. “Huddle up with your friends to draft your own … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Fantasy Football
2022 Change Is Good Was Even Better With A Glam Tent, Bubble Chasing And Lots Of Ka-Ching
Community Partners of Dallas’ Paige McDaniel and Joanna Clarke cashed in all their lucky chips for the fundraiser’s “Change Is Good” on Sunday, April 24. The event that had earned a reputation of being a total kids’ wonderland with bounce houses, face painting, flip books, hat-making and loads of food was calling Turtle Creek Park its home from 2:30 to 5:30. But area … [Read more...] about 2022 Change Is Good Was Even Better With A Glam Tent, Bubble Chasing And Lots Of Ka-Ching
2022 Great Adventure Hunt’s “Fun And Games” Netted A Whopping $280,000 For ChildCareGroup
One of North Texas' most fun and challenging fundraising events took place after a two-year hiatus on Friday, April 22, at The Statler. With 2022 Great Adventure Hunt Co-Chairs Rebecca Acuna and Texas State Representative Rafael Anchia serving as ringleaders for the hundreds of competitors, the brainteasing was literally on top of everyone's mind. Plus, the night hauled in … [Read more...] about 2022 Great Adventure Hunt’s “Fun And Games” Netted A Whopping $280,000 For ChildCareGroup
Grovel Alert: 2022 Day At The Races
With the horses warming up for this Saturday’s Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, the locals are nearing the "sold-out" finish line for the Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Day At The Races. According to insiders, there are only a handful of the $200 reservations left. While the “the most exciting two minutes in sports” doesn’t take place until just before 6 p.m. (CST), the … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2022 Day At The Races
Get Thee To Shakespeare Dallas’ 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash And Pub Crawl
If William Shakespeare were still around today, he would be turning 458 on April 26. But just because The Bard is writing in the after-life doesn’t mean that the Shakespeare Dallas company isn’t going to celebrate the occasion. In fact, they’re going to hold their 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash and Pub Crawl a couple of days early on Saturday, April 23. From 2 p.m. to 7 … [Read more...] about Get Thee To Shakespeare Dallas’ 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash And Pub Crawl
Winter Storm Landon Didn’t Stop CASAblanca Guests From Being Game To Party On For Dallas CASA
While many folks were still thawing from the arrival of Winter Storm Landon, the stalwart Dallas CASA supporters were game to get out and party on for the annual CASAblanca at The Hall on Dragon on Saturday, February 5. The in-person types were rewarded with "The Special Edition Band bringing a big group of musicians, who played so many hits that they kept the crowd on the … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Landon Didn’t Stop CASAblanca Guests From Being Game To Party On For Dallas CASA
JUST IN: CPD’s Change Is Good Is Heading To Turtle Creek Park With Strodes And Haddocks
Community Partners of Dallas is literally changing things up for its 16th annual Change is Good fundraiser. But before the changes are revealed, there a few of things staying in place. First of all, CrossFirst Bank is once again the presenting sponsor. Second, the T-shirt contest will return with details to be announced soon. Third, the change-gathering competition will … [Read more...] about JUST IN: CPD’s Change Is Good Is Heading To Turtle Creek Park With Strodes And Haddocks
JUST IN: Dallas Afterschool CEO Christina K. Hanger Announces Her Retirement
In addition to North Texas school superintendents, area non-profits are suffering a nasty case of leadership retirements. The latest to announce her pending retirement is Dallas Afterschool CEO Christina K. Hanger after eight years of “transforming the backbone of the organization into an industry leader in the Dallas non-profit sector.” In response to the news, Dallas … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Afterschool CEO Christina K. Hanger Announces Her Retirement
Dallas CASA Young Professionals Are Turning Up The Heat At Saturday Night’s CASAblanca
Despite the nighttime temperatures continuing to dip below freezing, Dallas CASA Young Professionals are proceeding with its CASAblanca 2022 presented by Parvin Law Group P.C. this Saturday night at The Hall on Dragon. And folks who are showing signs of cabin fever are buying tickets for the annual Dallas CASA fundraiser. There are still some VIP tickets ($250) and … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Young Professionals Are Turning Up The Heat At Saturday Night’s CASAblanca
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities
When the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s “Majestic Britannia” had to be canceled due to COVID three months out, 2021 CCB Chair Leslie Diers did the pandemic pivot. With her love of music, and realizing that event producer Tom Addis had already started focusing on across the pond, she decided to keep the British feel but with a bit of Carnaby Street added in. The result was “Peace, … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities