While Sovereignty crossed the finish line with his jockey Junior Alvarado covered in mud, another winner took home a record-breaking win for the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy's 2025 Day At The Races (DATR) with nary a trace of mud in sight. Thanks to the sold-out crowd of dazzling dolls and dapper dudes, the 17th Annual DATR made history, taking home a record-breaker in the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 17th Annual Day At The Races Crossed The Finish Line With A Record-Breaking Check
VIP Reception
April Showers And The Joule’s “Ups And Downs” Called For More Parkers And Squeegees At Azalea Luncheon
Had Mother Nature played nicely on Wednesday, April 2, the Turtle Creek Association’s 2025 Azalea Luncheon presented by WRMC would have been lovely. But as any event planner knows all too well, Ma Nature is notorious for sometimes throwing a hitch in the day’s plans ... especially in North Texas So it was that, as the Azalea Luncheon VIP-types gathered for the event at The … [Read more...] about April Showers And The Joule’s “Ups And Downs” Called For More Parkers And Squeegees At Azalea Luncheon
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: The Turtle Creek Association’s 2025 Azalea Luncheon
While the proverb goes "April showers bring May flowers," the deluge of rain and wind on Wednesday, April 2, had forced the Room To Grow Luncheon organizers to move indoors at NorthPark without a hitch. On the other hand at the same time, the Turtle Creek Association's Azalea Luncheon at The Joule Hotel wasn't as lucky. Despite the "know-before-you-go" instructions, guests … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: The Turtle Creek Association’s 2025 Azalea Luncheon
Hoda Charmed, FaceTimed With Jenna Bush Hagar And Sang To The Delight Of The Chick Lit Crowd
Before Hoda Kotb was in North Texas for the Interfaith Family Luncheon in 2016, she had already had a slew of fans from her work on NBC's "Today" with Kathy Lee Gifford. But following the luncheon, those who had been part of the fundraiser walked out claiming she was the best speaker to hit the area ever. Now, nine years later, not only had Hoda's popularity and successful … [Read more...] about Hoda Charmed, FaceTimed With Jenna Bush Hagar And Sang To The Delight Of The Chick Lit Crowd
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon
The 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon crowd was seeing red in their keynote speaker on Friday, March 28. It was the red jumpsuit that America's sweetheart Hoda Kotb wore for the Community Partners of Dallas event at the Hilton Anatole. With a non-stop blinding smile and arms open for longtime fans and new very best friends forever, Hoda was no doubt added to more than a thousand … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon
Grovel Alert: 2025 Day At The Races Individual Tickets And An Insider Tip On Who Will Be The Judges
The oddsmakers are already juggling bets on the results of the Catholic cardinals' conclave on the next pope, and which pony will be the first to cross the finish line at the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 3. While the cardinals are gathering next week at the Vatican, the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy has all its arrangements in place for this Saturday for its Day At The Races … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2025 Day At The Races Individual Tickets And An Insider Tip On Who Will Be The Judges
Beacon Of Hope Celebrated Vanita’s Mission, The Boldings’ Moving Forward And Drew’s Commitment To Healing
2025 Beacon Of Hope Luncheon guests celebrated a family's rise from the devastating loss of a child, a son, a brother by the name of Grant Halliburton, who had inspired them to help prevent others from going through a similar ordeal. Taking place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Tuesday, March 25, the event saw all ages gathered to better understand how to cope and handle … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope Celebrated Vanita’s Mission, The Boldings’ Moving Forward And Drew’s Commitment To Healing
GROVEL ALERT: Family Compass’ 2025 North Star Luncheon
Only a month away from the date, 2025 North Star Luncheon Co-Chairs Bianca Hernandez and Elisabeth McHugh have just sent word that only a handful of tables remain for the Family Compass fundraiser on Monday, April 28, at a local country club. In addition to longtime Family Compass supporter/board members Toni McReynolds receiving the 2025 North Star Award, featured speaker … [Read more...] about GROVEL ALERT: Family Compass’ 2025 North Star Luncheon
JUST IN: Guess Who’s Coming To 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon? Perhaps Your New BFF?
2025 Chick Lit Luncheon Co-Chairs Alison Malone and Kelley Schadt have just announced plans for the 19th Annual Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser presented by Lara and Dr. Robert Tafel. In addition to landing “pretty-in-pink” Kameron Westcott serving as the honorary chair, and Toyota Motor North America receiving the 2025 Paige McDaniel Partners for Children … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Guess Who’s Coming To 2025 Chick Lit Luncheon? Perhaps Your New BFF?
Hope Party Inspired The Trajectory Of A Life With The Gift Of Hope For Those At A Crossroad
With more than 500 filling The Statler Hilton's ballroom on Friday, November 22, Grant Halliburton Foundation's 15th Annual Hope Party provided the kind of inspiration for both young people and their families and friends to face their challenges and take the right turn in the road for their lives. As Foundation Founder Amy McCloskey has said, “We offer hope to people when they … [Read more...] about Hope Party Inspired The Trajectory Of A Life With The Gift Of Hope For Those At A Crossroad
JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque
Back in November at the Business Council For The Arts’ Obelisk Awards Luncheon, BCA Founder Chair/NorthPark President Nancy Nasher was not holding back about the shopping center's latest developments. One of those “developments” was Diptyque, the legendary Parisian fragrance and skincare. One guest was surprised, saying, “Hasn’t it been in there for nearly a decade?” Yes! … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Star Luncheon Speaker Erin Merryn Revealed At NorthPark’s Newly Expanded Diptyque