Just days before Veterans Day, there was a gathering of people at the Dallas Country Club for the sold-out Stars and Stripes Luncheon co-chaired by Annie and Teal Griffeth on Monday, November 7. The day’s purpose was not just to support the Sons of the Flag's tenth anniversary, but to honor a group of vets like World II's John "Lucky" Luckadoo and Jack Stowe and the Korean … [Read more...] about Sons of the Flag Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary With Heroes, Standing Ovations And Treasured Stories
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Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs
It was ten years ago that Sons of the Flag was created by Ryan “Birdman” Parrot in Dallas to support just one man who had suffered severe burns while serving his country. Ryan’s efforts were the result of his “learning of minimal advancements in burn care advancements since the Vietnam Era.” Soon it became evident that in addition to other vets with similar … [Read more...] about Sons Of The Flag’s Ten-Year Anniversary To Raise Funds Especially For Local Burn Care Programs
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Stars And Stripes Luncheon And Red-Carpet Movie Premiere
According to Stars And Stripes Luncheon and Red-Carpet Movie Premiere Co-Chairs Annie and Teal Griffeth, “Sons of the Flag is marking our 10th Anniversary and we hope you will celebrate with us! “We are honored to present the 2022 Stars and Stripes Luncheon and Red-Carpet Event benefiting Sons of the Flag. For those of you who are already friends of Sons of the Flag, you … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Stars And Stripes Luncheon And Red-Carpet Movie Premiere
Texas Rangers’ TEX Gala Is Gonna Turn Globe Life Field Into Big Old Party With Tim McGraw On Stage
If you’re looking for a chance to experience Globe Life Field, if you're hankering for some Grammy award-winning music, if you’re busting to party big time, then the Texas Rangers Foundation has the answer for all three of your wants. On Wednesday, June 17, the Foundation will be hosting The TEX Gala at Globe Life Field. Presented by Choctaw Resorts and Casinos, the … [Read more...] about Texas Rangers’ TEX Gala Is Gonna Turn Globe Life Field Into Big Old Party With Tim McGraw On Stage
2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Was Whimsically Out Of Africa Without Being Wildly Outrageous
The cards didn’t look stacked in favor of Women’s Council of the Arboretum President Kay Weeks and 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Chair Jolie Humphrey. Since last March the pandemic had squashed most in-person events including last year’s Mad Hatter’s fundraiser for the Dallas Arboretum. With fingers crossed and arms vaccinated, Jolie and Kay decided to create a scaled-down version … [Read more...] about 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Was Whimsically Out Of Africa Without Being Wildly Outrageous
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea
Thursday’s 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea didn’t look like any of its predecessors. Women’s Council President Kay Weeks and Tea Chair Jolie Humphrey played by the COVID-19 rules, but they put their own spin on the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser — fewer guests, an afternoon start and a seated tea in Rosine Hall and the surrounding terrace instead of a luncheon under a … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea
Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
While the 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball committee was taking care of last-minute preparations for the American Cancer Association fundraiser at Gilley’s, the black-tie set was strolling along the red carpet leading to the Winspear Opera House for its 10th anniversary. The dinner for The Dallas Opera's First Night event on Friday, October 10, was a sell-out, and as many as 2,000 were … [Read more...] about Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Opera’s 2019 1st Night
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Winspear Opera House, Winspears were on the red carpet as well on stage for the Dallas Opera's 1st Night black-tie fundraiser on Friday, October 18. While Ellen and Don Winspear were in their best formal outfits for the red carpet and seated dinner in the venue’s adjacent tent, four-legged cheetah Winspear made his operatic debut on … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Opera’s 2019 1st Night
All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season
More than one "first" was celebrated when The Dallas Opera presented its gala First Night event on Friday, October 12, at the Winspear Opera House. Not only was "The Flying Dutchman" presented to kick off the Opera's 62nd season—the first time the renowned work by Richard Wagner had been staged by The Dallas Opera since 1994. But the performance also marked the debut of Ian … [Read more...] about All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season
MySweetCharity Opportunity: First Sight/First Night
According to First Sight/First Night Co-Chairs Dianne B. and Mark H. LaRoe, Two of the most captivating fundraisers of the fall are First Sight Fashion Show and Luncheon and First Night Pre-Performance Dinner and After Party, The Dallas Opera’s season kick-off events. Important revenue is raised and awareness is gained for the company’s splendid 2017-2018 programming. … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: First Sight/First Night
JUST IN: The Dallas Opera’s First Sight/First Night Plans Revealed With Dianne And Mark LaRoe At The Helm
While the queen bees may have flown to cooler places, the worker bees are hard at work churning out news. The latest comes from The Dallas Opera about its annual fall two-day fundraiser — First Sight/First Night. First, let’s get the basics down. The luncheon and fashion show will take place on Thursday, October 19, followed the next night [aka Friday, October 20] by … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Opera’s First Sight/First Night Plans Revealed With Dianne And Mark LaRoe At The Helm