If ever there was a perfect day for outdoor activities in North Texas, today is just about at the top of the list. But 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley and their committee of 98 aren’t playing tennis, jogging or even sipping adult beverages on patios. They’re at Gilley’s setting up a massive room of silent auction items, stuffing favor bags, … [Read more...] about “True Grit” Tips For For Saturday’s 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Fundraiser At Gilleys
Performance
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Dallas Symphony Gala
Using Dallas Symphony Gala Co-Chair Barbara Daseke as his muse, event producer Todd Ficus filled the Meyerson with fluttering faux butterflies and whimsical wonder for the fall season's first black-tie gala on Saturday, September 28.Adding to the occasion the guests arose to the occasion with ladies in fabulous gowns and the gents stealing a bit of the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Dallas Symphony Gala
4th Annual Voices For A Cause Sounded The Need For Dallas CASA Volunteers With Rich Girls And Vinyl Countdown
Dallas CASA Young Professionals had fun with 80's icons like a DeLorean, huge Rubik Cubes and recycled vinyl records at The Rustic on Thursday, September 26, for its annual Voices for A Cause. And what would any fundraiser at The Rustic be without music? But Co-Chairs Bela Cooley, Elise Nichols and Megan Sterquell weren't going to have just one band on stage. They had both The … [Read more...] about 4th Annual Voices For A Cause Sounded The Need For Dallas CASA Volunteers With Rich Girls And Vinyl Countdown
The Martins (Steve And Short) Brought Laughs, Music and Funds To The Winspear For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember”
Two (aka Steve Martin and Martin Short) of the three amigos transformed the Winspear Opera House into a combination of Comedy Central and a Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, September 21, for CitySquare's annual "A Night To Remember." While sharing the name "Martin," the two friends quickly made it apparent that their styles are different yet complementary. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about The Martins (Steve And Short) Brought Laughs, Music and Funds To The Winspear For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember”
Nothing Could Stop The 2019 Blue Jean Ball From Raising Funds For Luke’s FastBreaks
Poor Olivia and Jeff Kearney. The Fort Worth couple had the best of intentions to head east to Dallas in time for Luke’s FastBreaks’ (LFB) 2019 Blue Jean Ball on the evening of Saturday, September 21.But first, they were waylaid by SMU fans leaving Fort Worth following the Ponies' win over TCU at Cowtown's Amon G. Carter Stadium. Then, after overcoming that slo-mo traffic … [Read more...] about Nothing Could Stop The 2019 Blue Jean Ball From Raising Funds For Luke’s FastBreaks
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: All For The Hall Announcement Reception
While North Texas Giving Day was on the verge of breaking its own record in an 18-hour fundraiser, another record of sorts was being announced at Anne and Steve Stodghill's Preston Hollow mansion on Thursday, September 19. But this record was of the musical type. It was the announcement that Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum would be bringing its mega-fundraiser … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: All For The Hall Announcement Reception
7th Concert For A Cure For An Eyeful Of The Green Factor For Leukemia Texas
Sure North Texas Giving Day seemed to suck all the fundraising air out of the area on Thursday, September 19, but North Texas proved that there was still room for more nonprofit activities. While the CMA was making big CW news in Preston Hollow, Leukemia Texas' 7th Annual Concert for a Cure was literally getting a eyeful of Texas country musician Pat Green on stage at The Eye. … [Read more...] about 7th Concert For A Cure For An Eyeful Of The Green Factor For Leukemia Texas
First Sight First Night Kicks Off Dallas Opera Fundraiser At NorthPark Center With Exhibition
2019 First Sight First Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg Hext were thrilled over the official kick-off reception for The Dallas Opera fundraiser at NorthPark on Monday, September 16. Not only was the RSVP count at over 120, but it was a stellar crowd including NorthPark First Lady Nancy Nasher with her daughter Sarah Haemisegger, 2019 NorthPark Ambassador Lynn Mock, Rhonda and … [Read more...] about First Sight First Night Kicks Off Dallas Opera Fundraiser At NorthPark Center With Exhibition
JUST IN: Fundraiser For Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum Coming To Dallas For The First Time
Many North Texans have toured the famed Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville over the years. Outside of Tennesseans, after all, Texans comprise the biggest group of visitors to the Museum. To directly support its various educational programs, the Museum has presented a special concert series called All for the Hall every year since 2007. Those concerts, which have … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Fundraiser For Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum Coming To Dallas For The First Time
JUST IN: Concert For A Cure Is On For Thursday Night Come Rain Or Shine At The Eye
With Hurricane Imelda moving north from the Gulf, the North Texas drought may be ending in a couple of days. While that may be good news for thirsty lawns, it’s a pain for area fundraisers who have outdoors events scheduled.Leukemia Texas CEO Mandy O’Neill has just confirmed that Thursday night’s Concert For A Cure is on come-rain-or-shine in front of downtown Dallas’ … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Concert For A Cure Is On For Thursday Night Come Rain Or Shine At The Eye
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas Black Dance Theatre
According to Dallas Black Dance Theatre Artistic Director Melissa M. Young,Ann Williams gave a precious gift to the city she loved 43 years ago–a gift that has inspired millions worldwide through the splendor of dance. My personal 26-year journey with DBDT began as a dancer for11 years before advancing through multiple roles under her guiding hand to succeed her as … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas Black Dance Theatre