While North Texas weather can change faster than a quick-change-artist, Monday's forecast of rain and temperatures in the 50s may put a damper* on the scheduled Veterans Day Parade's "Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of D-Day" in downtown Dallas. Parade Chair Pat Teipel has arranged a stellar lineup including the Honorable Sam Johnson as honorary parade chair and LTC James … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Monday’s Veterans Day Holiday Parade Plans And Closures Revealed
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2019 Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was A Feast Of Food, Furnishings And Fine Vino
If Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen LaValle looked giddy on Thursday, July 25, at the 2019 Parade of Playhouses’ closing party in NorthPark’s Design Within Reach, there were a couple of reasons why. First, the 24th annual fundraiser for Dallas CASA was having incredible results. Thanks to KDC’s coming on board as the grand marshal and Crest Cadillac/Crest … [Read more...] about 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Closing Party Was A Feast Of Food, Furnishings And Fine Vino
KDC Joined The 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Into NorthPark Center With A “Mooving” Bison
NorthPark Center was in the final stages of moving in the 2019 Parade of Playhouses this past Friday morning. And wouldn’t you know it, just when it seemed like the 17 mini-mansions were all in place, Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle and NorthPark’s Lona Crabb decided that the CASA Critter didn’t seem quite right just east of the SouthCourt. Instead, it would be so much better … [Read more...] about KDC Joined The 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Into NorthPark Center With A “Mooving” Bison
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Parade Of Playhouses
It was move-in day for the Dallas CASA’s 2019 Parade of Playhouses at NorthPark Center. While a group of moms with strollers did their workout routine at points in the center, the final mini-mansions were being polished up for the exhibition that will continue through Sunday, July 28. https://youtu.be/yUTJgQ1GP3U However, there was one playhouse that had to be herded … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Parade Of Playhouses
2019 Parade Of Playhouses Brings On Board A Grand Marshal And A Whataburger Bonus
The annual Parade of Playhouses at NorthPark Center is a parade in reverse. Instead of the parade highlights floating by, it’s the viewers that are in motion. And this year’s crop of 17 custom-designed mini-cottages and activities benefiting Dallas CASA will have NorthParkers in motion checking out the entries from Friday, July 12, thru Sunday, July 28. But there have been some … [Read more...] about 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Brings On Board A Grand Marshal And A Whataburger Bonus
Francie Moody-Dahlberg To Serve At Grand Marshal For Park Cities July 4th Parade Benefiting North Texas Food Bank
Popping up like bluebonnets in the spring, red-white-and-blue flags are appearing throughout the area in preparation for the 4th of July. One of the annual events taking place on Thursday, July 4, is the Park Cities 4th of July Parade put on by the Park Cities Rotary Club. This year’s theme is “Broad Stripes and Bright Stars … A Nod To Old Glory.” This year’s all-American … [Read more...] about Francie Moody-Dahlberg To Serve At Grand Marshal For Park Cities July 4th Parade Benefiting North Texas Food Bank
Dallas CASA 24th Annual Parade Of Playhouse Are Under Construction For A July 12 Kick Off
With house designs approved, builders are constructing houses for quick purchases that will be snapped up for as little as $5. The houses are actually the mini-cottages that will be up for raffle at Dallas CASA’s 24th Annual Parade of Playhouses from Friday, July 12, thru Sunday July 28, at NorthPark Center. According to sources, Mike “BroTheCarGuy” Brosin has arranged for … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA 24th Annual Parade Of Playhouse Are Under Construction For A July 12 Kick Off
Insider Tip: Saturday’s 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Preparations
After the last few days of wet, thunderous weather, Mother Nature is showing her Irish genes with sunshine predicted for the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday along Greenville Avenue. Having the best seat on the route will be Grand Marshal/outgoing Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings. Unfortunately, the temperatures are not going to be exactly conducive for wearing … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: Saturday’s 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Preparations
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Recalls Days Of The Past And The Years Since Then
Back in 1929 things were really happening. The stock market cratered and The Great Depression engulfed the world in an economic crisis that lasted for years. The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre took place in Chicago. The first Academy Awards were presented at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The Museum of Modern Art opened to the public in New York City. Born in that year were … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Recalls Days Of The Past And The Years Since Then
Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots
This year’s Veterans Day has century-old roots. It was 100 years ago that World War I between the Allied nations and Germany officially ended with the signing of the Armistice Treaty at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. For some it was called Armistice Day; for others, it was Remembrance Day. Following World War II and the Korean War, President Dwight … [Read more...] about Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots
Sponsors And Builders Celebrate As The 2018 Parade Of Playhouses Winds Down
As Dallas CASA's 2018 Parade of Playhouses was winding down at NorthPark, a closing party was held at Design Within Reach on Thursday, July 12. The crowd included everyone from sponsors like Crest Cadillac/Infiniti/Volvo's Mike Brosin to builders like Capstone Classic Constructions' Debbie and Tim Guedry, You Dream It We Build It's Sherry and Patrick Jackson, Security Shutters … [Read more...] about Sponsors And Builders Celebrate As The 2018 Parade Of Playhouses Winds Down