The 64th Junior Symphony Ball scheduled this Saturday (aka January 29) at Gilley’s is nearly sold out. The general admission tickets are a done deal and only a few steering committee tickets are still available. See, it pays to be on the steering committee. And if you were hoping to buy a ticket at the door, scrap that idea. No tickets will be sold that night. The … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s 64th Junior Symphony Ball Is Nearly Sold Out
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JUST IN: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball “Lassoed” Old Dominion And Chris Young To Be On Fundraiser’s Stages
2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Nancy Gopez and Kris Johnson are "lassoing a cure for cancer" with some great news for the American Cancer Society of North Texas fundraiser. Not only will the event on Saturday, September 17, be returning to Southfork, Texas Oncology is also coming back as presenting sponsor for the party-hearty night of grazing around, bidding and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball “Lassoed” Old Dominion And Chris Young To Be On Fundraiser’s Stages
MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine
According to Vine And Dine Co-Chairs Kara Sewell and Kimber Westphall Clonts, “Ability Connection’s mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities…one person at a time. “After careful consideration, we chose to postpone the 13th Annual Vine And Dine until Thursday, February 24, at The Hall on Dragon. This was not an easy decision. However, given the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Ability: Connection’s Vine And Dine
MySweetWishList: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Nancy Gopez and Kris Johnson, “The original Cattle Baron’s has raised more than $92 million for cancer research projects in North Texas since its inception 49 years ago. Our wish is that the community will join us in our goal to eradicate cancer by becoming underwriters of the 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball, themed ‘Lasso A … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Cattle Baron’s Ball Had Cowbells Ringing, High Rollers Paddling And 2,400 Double Downing Against Cancer
Just imagine two years of pent-up energy exploding all in one night, and you’ve got yourself a feel for the 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball: Double Down Against Cancer event that was held on Saturday, October 23. When Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall took on the co-chairmanship of the American Cancer Society of North Texas fundraiser for 2020, they had some real game-changing … [Read more...] about Cattle Baron’s Ball Had Cowbells Ringing, High Rollers Paddling And 2,400 Double Downing Against Cancer
Cattle Baron’s Underwriters Party At A Splendiferous Estate Was Why It Pays To Sponsor
If the 2020/2021 Cattle Baron's Ball Underwriters' get-together on Saturday, October 2, is any indication of what CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have in store for their mega fundraiser at Gilley's, then it's going to be a blowout. The underwriters enjoyed a mini-version of the legendary ball thanks to its taking place at Melissa and Joe Pastora's magnificent … [Read more...] about Cattle Baron’s Underwriters Party At A Splendiferous Estate Was Why It Pays To Sponsor
Cattle Baron’s Ball Countdown Is On After Two Years Of Stops-And-Starts And Crossed Fingers
After suffering through a tornado, a pandemic and a lollapalooza ice storm, 2020/2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall are on the eve of finally pulling off the legendary hoedown for their near-and-dear 2,600 cowboys and cowgirls Saturday at Gilley’s. Today as the committee of 100 was setting up tables, chairs and VIP centerpieces in the … [Read more...] about Cattle Baron’s Ball Countdown Is On After Two Years Of Stops-And-Starts And Crossed Fingers
UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled
With the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving looking as busy as the State Fair's Midway, a couple of November fundraisers are shifting their plans to better dates on the calendar. Ironically, both evening, in-person events were originally scheduled for Thursday, November 4. March of Dimes' Signature Chefs Auction scheduled for Thursday, November 4, at VenueForty|50 has … [Read more...] about UPDATE October 15: Rescheduled
Grovel Alert: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
If you had your heart set on two-stepping back into the Texas swing of major fundraising at the 2021 Cattle Baron Ball presented by Texas Oncology, you’re running out of time. CBB Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall have just sent word that there are only two tables left for the American Cancer Society of North Texas’s fundraiser at Gilley’s on Saturday, October … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Tablescapes By Candlelight Set The Mood For Tuesday’s Luncheon, Presentation And Possible Surprise
When it comes to artwork, one much ignored group consists of the talented folks who put together table-settings. Monday night one oaf shrugged, asking, “What’s the big deal?” But anyone who has settled down for a marvelous meal knows that, just like a masterpiece work of art, food requires the ideal surroundings. So, the Dallas Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Association had works … [Read more...] about Tablescapes By Candlelight Set The Mood For Tuesday’s Luncheon, Presentation And Possible Surprise
All For The Hall Patron Party Had Perfect Skies For An Overwhelming Turnout Of Boots, Beauts And Barbecue
A half hour before the barbecue and country-music performance was scheduled to get underway in their beautiful backyard, Anne and Steve Stodghill’s estate was well fortified for the "All for the Hall Dallas" patron party on Tuesday evening, September 21. Between State Troopers and security types in black cowboy hats, the property’s perimeter and interior were as secure as the … [Read more...] about All For The Hall Patron Party Had Perfect Skies For An Overwhelming Turnout Of Boots, Beauts And Barbecue