Santa just sent a note. Instead of taking it easy to recover from his Christmas around-the-world deliveries, it seems that he and the elves have been adding up all the results from Women’s Auxiliary to Children’s Health for Holiday 2020 with the NorthPark Center elves. The old bearded fellow wrote that he was amazed to see the numbers in spite of the COVID-19 restrictions. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: More Than $130,000 Results from Women’s Auxiliary To Children’s Health For Holiday 2020
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MySweetWishlist: The Senior Source
According to The Senior Source Volunteer Ombudsman Charlie Hogge, “The pandemic has worsened isolation for nursing home residents—individuals who already saw few visitors and experienced loneliness. “Around 90 elderly residents at a nursing home in Richardson have come to rely on me for friendship and advocacy. As a certified volunteer with the agency’s Long-Term Care … [Read more...] about MySweetWishlist: The Senior Source
Vogel Alcove Kicks Off 2021 With A Full Day Of Family-Friendly Activities At Day 1 DFW
The Vogel Alcove is kicking off 2021 with a three-ring fundraising event — Day 1 DFW 2021 presented by Main Event. At first glance it may seem a wee bit confusing, but it all makes sense and is the perfect family fun-fest throughout the day (Friday, January 1). Here’s a breakdown of the trio of activities: Ring 1 – Day 1 DFW All-Access Presented by Main Event From 9 … [Read more...] about Vogel Alcove Kicks Off 2021 With A Full Day Of Family-Friendly Activities At Day 1 DFW
MySweetWishList: Camp Summit
According to Camp Summit Board Of Director Member Meg Frainey, “Camp Summit began 73 years ago as Camp Soroptimist, to give individuals with a wide range of disabilities a camp where they could go and be accepted for who they are! “Each year, since that very first camp session of 19 campers, we’ve held overnight camp for individuals ranging in age from 6 to 99. Now each … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Camp Summit
MySweetWishList: The Salvation Army Of North Texas
According to The Salvation Army Of North Texas Area Commander Bethany Hawks, “This holiday season, The Salvation Army of North Texas wishes for volunteers from our community. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen an exponential increase in the demand for our services. Also due to the pandemic, we have understandably seen a decline in volunteers. Each holiday season, we … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Salvation Army Of North Texas
Habitat For Humanity’s ReStores Celebrate The Season With Their Own 12 Days Of Christmas
During the months of the 2020 pandemic, North Texas nonprofits have really been scratching their creative grey matter in overtime to find ways to pump up awareness and funds. And Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity has come up with a program that’s both safe and in tune with the season. Starting Saturday, Habitat's ReStores will kick off their own version of The 12 Days of … [Read more...] about Habitat For Humanity’s ReStores Celebrate The Season With Their Own 12 Days Of Christmas
NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages
NorthPark may be known for its shopping experiences throughout the year, but during the holidays it becomes a wonderland of activities. Just this past weekend families came from near and far to watch, listen and in some cases participate in the fun. For instance, Friday night's free Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Mobile Concert by The Concert Truck in the Neiman Marcus … [Read more...] about NorthPark Is Both An In-Person And A Virtual Wonderland Of Sights, Sounds And Activities For Kids Of All Ages
JUST IN: Family Compass’ 2021 North Star Luncheon Leadership, Date And Location Revealed
Family Compass is charging ahead with plans for its 2021 fundraising North Star Luncheon "to raise awareness on how to stop child abuse before it occurs." Family Compass CEO Ona Foster just sent word that board member Judy Bennett Garner and longtime supporter Chey Fleming will co-chair the event along with Family Compass supporter/philanthropist Kathryn Woods serving as … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Family Compass’ 2021 North Star Luncheon Leadership, Date And Location Revealed
JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
As the temperatures were dropping tonight like Black Friday prices and horse-drawn carriages were making the rounds of Highland Park neighborhoods, HP Mayor Margo Goodwin in a Christmas red coat, Christmas tree broach, black gloves and light-blue mask prepared to officially kick off the holiday season by lighting the Landmark Pecan Tree. Nearby, HP Director of Town … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
Dallas County’s Oldest Tree Lighting Tradition Continues, Thanks To A Guy Named Joe
From holidays to class reunions, every tradition needs a start, and this year is perfect to create one for your family. But first, the backstory. When Dallas County's first physician Dr. John Cole’s son Joe Cole returned to the Dallas area from the Civil War, he “unknowingly plowed over a small pecan tree” with his mule team on his father’s acreage. So the story goes that … [Read more...] about Dallas County’s Oldest Tree Lighting Tradition Continues, Thanks To A Guy Named Joe
The Purpose Of Thanksgiving May Need A Jump Start For 2020
It was 399 years ago that the Pilgrims held the first Thanksgiving at the Plymouth Plantation. The purpose was to celebrate the colony’s first successful harvest. Over the years it became a tradition of families and friends coming together to enjoy a bounty of food, catch a movie, watch the Macy’s parade and/or the Cowboys play. Even during the years when this country was … [Read more...] about The Purpose Of Thanksgiving May Need A Jump Start For 2020