2020 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Co-Chairs Mary Deaver and Fran Matise had spent the past two years working on the annual fundraiser. That was no different than any of their predecessors— a year to prepare plans and a year to execute. The difference was the epic pandemic hit. But the two blondes, who had bravely looked so hopeful in the early days of the 2020 pandemic, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chairs Reveal Over-The-Top Efforts Resulted In A Legacy Fund
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Dwell With Dignity’s 200th Undertaking Continued Its Mission To Create A Home-Sweet-Home For A Deserving Family
Last Thursday was a big day for two people. For a single mom, it was the day that she and her two youngsters discovered their 837-square-foot home had been renewed with everything from furniture and art to kitchen supplies and shelves stocked with food. For Dwell With Dignity Founder/Board Chair Lisa Robison, it was the 200th project that DWD had created … [Read more...] about Dwell With Dignity’s 200th Undertaking Continued Its Mission To Create A Home-Sweet-Home For A Deserving Family
Hope’s Door New Beginning’s Sixth Annual “Tapestry Of Hope Is Back And You’ll Need Pants!”
The above headline may seem a bit odd, but that's the way Hope’s Door New Beginning (HDNB) revealed that its Sixth Annual Tapestry of Hope Fashion Show and Luncheon will indeed be in-person at the Hilton Granite Park on Friday, September 10. According to organizers, “All precautions are being taken to make guests feel as comfortable as possible to attend this live … [Read more...] about Hope’s Door New Beginning’s Sixth Annual “Tapestry Of Hope Is Back And You’ll Need Pants!”
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Venise Stuart, “We are kicking off an exciting year ahead for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League! We are 76 years old with a proud history of music, fundraising and fun! Over the last several years we have contributed to the Dallas Symphony $21 million which goes towards the community and educational outreach … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
JUST IN: Dallas National Philanthropy Day Celebration’s Format Has Been Changed To Toast Honorees
Back in 1986, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed that November 15 would be National Philanthropy Day to “encourage the celebration of donors (individuals, foundations and corporations), volunteers and leaders who build better communities.” This year, the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is extending the celebration a little longer. They’re … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas National Philanthropy Day Celebration’s Format Has Been Changed To Toast Honorees
JUST IN: Texas Ballet Theater Partners Up With Neiman Marcus For 2021 Holiday Fashion Shows
In Dallas it’s known as the Tutu Chic. In Fort Worth it's called the Caren Koslow Fashion Show. Both fundraisers for Texas Ballet Theater are held during the days just following Thanksgiving and before Christmas festivities swing into high gear. In years past the Stanley Korshak fashions have been modeled by TBT ballerinas. But after a year’s hiatus, a change of clothes has … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Ballet Theater Partners Up With Neiman Marcus For 2021 Holiday Fashion Shows
LRO’s Charming Cottage Makes An Early Move-In At NorthPark For Dallas CASA’s Parade Of Playhouses
This morning LRO Residential’s Les Owens was at NorthPark just as the stores opened, but his priority wasn’t to shop. It was to polish up his latest entry for Dallas CASA’s annual Parade of Playhouses in the Macy's Court. This year he had used his years of experience building residences in Devonshire, Bluffview, Preston Hollow and the Park Cities to produce an enchanting … [Read more...] about LRO’s Charming Cottage Makes An Early Move-In At NorthPark For Dallas CASA’s Parade Of Playhouses
La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Returned With Bowing Duchesses, White-Tie Escorts And Bare-Back Beauties
Looking over the black-tie crowd in the foyer of the Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom on Saturday, June 5, La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Co-chairs Michaela Dyer and Kim Quinn were grateful that the weather hadn’t interfered with any of the week’s activities. True, the night before the Fiesta Under the Stars had had its issues with air conditioning and valet parking. But that was … [Read more...] about La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Returned With Bowing Duchesses, White-Tie Escorts And Bare-Back Beauties
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas
As proof that life has returned to North Texas’ in-person fundraising activities, Saturday, June 5, was rocking and rolling with everything from the Equest Gala at Texas Horse Park, Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Big Dance at the Meyerson and La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas bowing at the Hilton Anatole. This year’s La Fiesta had 40 Duchesses and their … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas
JUST IN: Alex “The Very Best Host In The Word” Hitz Is Returning For 2021 Kappa Kappa Gamma’s Tablescapes
With the sudden arrival of heat and humidity, it helps to think about the holiday season with turkey, cranberry sauce and dressing on elegant china plates accompanied by wine in stemware. It’s such a lovely break from the everyday paper plates and plastic tableware. But then do you really want to pull out the same old tablecloths, napkins and place mats? And wouldn't it be nice … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Alex “The Very Best Host In The Word” Hitz Is Returning For 2021 Kappa Kappa Gamma’s Tablescapes
2022 DSOL Debutante Announcement Was Streamlined And So Were Hemlines
2022 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball Chair Elizabeth Gambrell had quite a challenge the evening of Thursday, May 27. With 49 gals making up the 2022 class of DSOL debs, the reveal gathering at Stanley Korshak had all the chances of being an all-nighter rollout. But then Elizabeth was an old hand at presentations, having co-chaired La Fiesta des las Seis … [Read more...] about 2022 DSOL Debutante Announcement Was Streamlined And So Were Hemlines