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
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2022 Tex-Mex Fiesta Is Bringing A Lone Star Golden Girl’s Cancer-Fighting Efforts To Her Home State
Back in the 1960s, Austin was a charming town that not only served as the state capital but also as home of The University of Texas. Despite an overwhelmingly sized student body, it was well-known that when a certain coed was walking across the campus on her way to class, all eyes were focused on her. She was not just another beautiful blonde. There was a joie de vivre about … [Read more...] about 2022 Tex-Mex Fiesta Is Bringing A Lone Star Golden Girl’s Cancer-Fighting Efforts To Her Home State
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Shakespeare Dallas
According to Shakespeare Dallas Board President Lauren York, “On behalf of Shakespeare Dallas, North Texas’ leading professional theatre company performing the works of William Shakespeare, I want to invite the community to join us for our upcoming performances of 'Hamlet,' from September 7 through October 15. Come enjoy one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays while … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Shakespeare Dallas
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2022 Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs Nancy Gopez and Kris Johnson, “Here is your chance to help raise critical funds for cancer research in North Texas. The original Cattle Baron’s Ball is returning to its roots at Southfork Ranch on Saturday, September 17. From the first Cattle Baron’s Ball in 1974 through 2013, the annual tradition included a night under the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Arboretum Celebrates Father’s Day And Juneteenth With Three Days Of Activities For All
In addition to Sunday, June 19, being Father’s Day, it’s also going to be Juneteenth. So, the Dallas Arboretum will provide loads of activities and special offerings to celebrate the two occasions ranging from things to do to things to sit back and enjoy starting Saturday, June 18, to Monday, June 20. It’s going to be such a festive occasion that even the Dallas Blooms … [Read more...] about Arboretum Celebrates Father’s Day And Juneteenth With Three Days Of Activities For All
JUST IN: Hunts, Warrens And Grants To Serve Up Klyde Warren Park’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
It’s hard to believe that for ten years Klyde Warren Park has been a spectacular gathering place for locals and area visitors. In addition to offering a green space between the walls of glass and concrete skyscrapers along Woodall Rodgers Freeway, Dallas’ first deck park has also become a connecting point for Dallas Downtown and Uptown. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Hunts, Warrens And Grants To Serve Up Klyde Warren Park’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue
As the crowd of Genesis Luncheon VIPs gathered just outside the Anatole's Wedgwood Room, the Chantilly Ballroom was in the final stages of setting up. But even after that last piece of silverware was in place, the staff stood in place. For on the stage was Michael Bolton singing “Beautiful World.” As his voice filled the room, the staff was mesmerized for their own private … [Read more...] about Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Boot Scootin’ Boogie-ing Its 45th Anniversary Honoring The Late Charley Pride
While the spring fundraising season for many will be winding down by Memorial Day, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will be in overdrive on Saturday, June 4, at the Meyerson to close out its 45th anniversary season. Anyone who has ever attended DBT’s “The Big Dance” knows all too well that it’s an amazing presentation of music and dance. And with Co-Chairs Helen Giddings … [Read more...] about Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Boot Scootin’ Boogie-ing Its 45th Anniversary Honoring The Late Charley Pride
Get Thee To Shakespeare Dallas’ 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash And Pub Crawl
If William Shakespeare were still around today, he would be turning 458 on April 26. But just because The Bard is writing in the after-life doesn’t mean that the Shakespeare Dallas company isn’t going to celebrate the occasion. In fact, they’re going to hold their 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash and Pub Crawl a couple of days early on Saturday, April 23. From 2 p.m. to 7 … [Read more...] about Get Thee To Shakespeare Dallas’ 10th Annual Bard’s Birthday Bash And Pub Crawl
Children’s Family Night At Six Flags Provides Shorter Lines To Benefit Children’s Health
With spring break winding down and summer still a couple of months away, it’s no time to live a ho-hum life. In addition to luncheons and evening get-togethers to support area non-profits, there’s also North Texas' very own Six Flags Over Texas. Since it opened in 1961, it has grown well beyond what anyone, even its founder Angus Wynne Jr., might have expected. While Casa … [Read more...] about Children’s Family Night At Six Flags Provides Shorter Lines To Benefit Children’s Health
Change Of Plans Alert: Emily’s Place Is Changing Plans For Kevin Costner And Modern West Band
Remember how a North Texas whoop-and-holler went up last week when it was announced that Kevin Costner (aka "Yellowstone"'s John Dutton) was bringing his Modern West band to the area to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Emily's Place at the Black Ties And Grassroots celebration? Well, it seems that organizers are having to rethink their game plan. Was it too much to hope … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert: Emily’s Place Is Changing Plans For Kevin Costner And Modern West Band