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(Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun

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Lighting is gonna strike a couple of North Texas parks next week. No, not bolts of lightning but rather tree lightings to brighten up the holiday season. While the Dallas Arboretum's "Holiday at the Arboretum" is already ablaze with thousands of lights and activities thanks to Reliant, a couple of the very family-friendly, free "brilliant" occasions will start on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about (Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun

Zoo To Do Patron Party Had Flamingos In The Yard And Guests Seeing And Wearing Spots

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It's not every day that a Preston Hollow estate has flamingos flapping on the grounds. But such was the case on Monday, October 17, at Deni Bryant's home for the 2022 Zoo To Do patron party. While guests like VIP Chair Sherwood Wagner, Honorary Chair Kim Hext and Dianne LaRoe were decked out in leopard and cheetah prints, a Dallas Zoo resident boa wrapped around his … [Read more...] about Zoo To Do Patron Party Had Flamingos In The Yard And Guests Seeing And Wearing Spots

Friends Of Wilkinson Center Brought Together Sounds, Supper And Auctions For 2022 Spirit Of Taos

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From boots to wide-brim fedora hats, the Friends of Wilkinson brought Taos to the Ninth Annual Spirit of Taos on Friday, October 14, at On the Levee. Spirit Co-Chair Shannon Hanberry and Ashley White left nothing to chance with Ernesto's Music Mariachi Band greeting guests at the door and The Jimmy Stadler Band packing the dance floor. In addition to the supper, silent … [Read more...] about Friends Of Wilkinson Center Brought Together Sounds, Supper And Auctions For 2022 Spirit Of Taos

2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Was Definitely Bright And Shining And Then Some

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After a monumental drenching in 2012 and again in 2013 at Southfork Ranch, the Cattle Baronesses pulled up stakes and hightailed the gangbuster fundraiser for North Texas cancer research and treatment to the rain-proof Gilley's Dallas campus. And wouldn't you know it, not a drop of rain has fallen on the Cattle Baron's megafest since. So, 2022 Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs … [Read more...] about 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Was Definitely Bright And Shining And Then Some

JUST IN: 2023 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Gala Date, Plans And Leadership Team Announced

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2023 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Co-Chairs Suzanne Brown and Billye Turner revealed their committee, plans and headcount of duchesses and escorts for the black-tie La Fiesta Presentation Gala at the Hilton Anatole on Saturday, June 3. With 41 duchesses and escorts already lined up, there are more than 15 events in the coming months to fill their time from Duchess Dip … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Gala Date, Plans And Leadership Team Announced

JUST IN: Cattle Baron’s Vets And Newbies Returned To Southfork With A New Layout And Sunny Skies

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Nearly 100 women evacuated Dallas for Parker this morning. Left behind were families, stilettos and makeup. But it’s only temporary. The gals are members of the 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball committee and are in high drive at Southfork Ranch for Saturday’s “Ranches, Rubies and Ropers” fundraiser benefiting the American Cancer society’s research and treatment efforts in North … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cattle Baron’s Vets And Newbies Returned To Southfork With A New Layout And Sunny Skies

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Champion Of Children Dinner And Concert

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According to Dallas CASA Board Member Linda Swartz, “At Dallas CASA, we’ve been re-envisioning the role of our agency and volunteers in the community. How can we best serve children who have experienced abuse or neglect? What are their greatest needs? And how can we and our community better stand up for them? We’re proud of the new mission statement that came from this … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Champion Of Children Dinner And Concert

Callier Cochlear Implant Camp Beat The Summer Heat With Turtles And Parachute Trapping

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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

Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies

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Guests at Equest's Blue Ribbon Ball were welcomed to Texas Horse Park on Saturday, June 4, by the hosts themselves — including a few of the four-legged variety. The occasion was the 41st annual fundraiser for the non-profit, which provides equine-assisted therapy and counseling. After picking up refreshments at the "champagne wall" before entering the venue, the more … [Read more...] about Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Grant Halliburton’s The Hope Party

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According to The Hope Party Co-Chair Jennifer Burns and Diana Hamilton, “Are you ready to start the party? We've kicked off the 2022 Hope Party and we're thrilled to promote our theme this year — Don’t Stop Believing! “This is what the Grant Halliburton Foundation tells people every day—don’t stop believing. Don’t give up hope that you or your loved one can … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Grant Halliburton’s The Hope Party