For some people, funerals represent closure; for some, they’re to support the family; for others, it’s a show of respect. And while the guest of honor is in a far, far better place, they’re probably shedding a tear for those left behind grieving. But funerals are actually revealing occasions. In addition to a farewell, a celebration of life sheds greater insight into the … [Read more...] about A Passing: Clarence B. Brown III
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Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
Another healthcare group has decided to reschedule its major fall fundraiser to the spring. Methodist Health System Foundation was to honor Linda and Mitch Hart with its Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award on Friday, October 1. But the call was made to postpone it to Friday, April 8, at the Hilton Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom. According to Foundation President Jim … [Read more...] about Rescheduled: Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Dinner
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
According Bold Idea Founder Robyn Brown, “Technology runs the world! More than ever, it is imperative that our students learn how the world around us works. As important, students must learn how to create and interact with the technologies we depend upon daily – especially computer code, the building block for all technology. “Knowing how to code puts students at the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Bold Idea
Stacey Walker To Chair 11th Annual Callier Cares Luncheon At The Dallas Country Club In April
Foundation for the Callier Center President Emilynn Wilson is charging ahead to raise funds for the Callier Center for Communication Disorders. She’s just announced plans for the 2022 Callier Cares Luncheon to be held on Monday, April 11, at the Dallas Country Club. Chairing the 11th annual fundraiser will be Stacey Walker. In addition to being a member of Crystal … [Read more...] about Stacey Walker To Chair 11th Annual Callier Cares Luncheon At The Dallas Country Club In April
Turtle Creek Association’s 20th Anniversary Tour Of Homes Will Celebrate Without Leaving The Comfort Of Home
Turtle Creek is one of North Texas’ treasures that seems to only get better and better with age. The creek with its mammoth trees and lush grounds rebound beautifully from torrential rainstorms, sweltering summer heat and frigid ice storms thanks to Mother Nature, the City of Dallas and the Turtle Creek Association. Way back in the past century, the west side of the creek … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Association’s 20th Anniversary Tour Of Homes Will Celebrate Without Leaving The Comfort Of Home
POSTPONED: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer (WOKC) hasn’t put the brakes on its upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala. It’s just shifted gears. According to Gala Co-Chair Jenice Dunayer, “This has weighed on our hearts and minds throughout these past few weeks. After consulting with the WOKC executive committee and board of directors and out of respect for our beneficiary, the decision has … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
JUST IN: Women’s Council Of Dallas Arboretum Has Two Reasons To Celebrate As It Approaches A Major Milestone
Nearly 40 years ago two gals planted seeds for a program in 1982 that would sprout into a Dallas treasure. Having lived through the Great Depression, two World Wars, the Kennedy assassination and evolving roles of women, they had emerged as leaders within the community through their philanthropy and foresight. Their names were Margaret McDermott and Virginia Nick. The seeds … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Women’s Council Of Dallas Arboretum Has Two Reasons To Celebrate As It Approaches A Major Milestone
POSTPONED: ChildCareGroup’s 120th Anniversary Celebration
COVID has forced many event organizers to change their POA. The ones that seem so untimely are those where a special anniversary was to be commemorated. One of those is the 120th anniversary of ChildCareGroup. Its story started when the Clara Chaison Free Kindergarten and Training School, the Free Kindergarten Association and the Dallas Free Kindergarten and Industrial … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: ChildCareGroup’s 120th Anniversary Celebration
MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, “Community Partners of Dallas is gearing up for our upcoming 15th Annual Chick Lit Luncheon on Friday, September 24, at the Hilton Anatole Dallas. While we have just announced a change regarding our featured speaker Goldie Hawn, who will now be joining us on ‘the big screen’ instead of in person due to … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon
MySweetOpportunity: Autumn At The Arboretum
According to Dallas Arboretum volunteers and Autumn at the Arboretum Co-Chairs Judy and Greg Sosbee, “We invite you to join us at the most spectacular pumpkin show in Dallas—Autumn at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant. This year’s fun theme is “Bugtopia,” and the festival runs Saturday, September 18, to Sunday, October 31. The 16th annual fall festival features the … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Autumn At The Arboretum
North Texas Is Getting Impacted By A Couple Fundraisers With One For Good And A Rose
The word “impact” is indeed making an impact on a couple of upcoming North Texas fundraisers. In addition to Dallas-Fort Worth Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Sixth Annual Impact Awards Gala on Thursday, October 20, at the Dallas Renaissance Hotel, there’s the AIA Dallas and Architecture And Design Foundation’s Inaugural Impact Dallas Gala two weeks later on Thursday, November 4, … [Read more...] about North Texas Is Getting Impacted By A Couple Fundraisers With One For Good And A Rose