According Plano Civic Chorus Board of Directors Marketing Chair Mandie McCurdie, “Founded in 1973, Plano Civic Chorus has been a presence in the arts community of North Texas for almost 50 years. The organization has persevered and even thrived amidst the challenges presented throughout the last half-century, but like the rest of the world, PCC was not prepared for the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Plano Civic Chorus
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MySweetCharity Opportunity: Resource Center’s Women with Pride
According to Resource Center's Women with Pride Book Club Co-Founder Sandy Thornton, “In any club, the objective is to bring people together to discuss something they are interested in, and Resource Center’s Women with Pride (WwP) Book Club is no exception. Women with Pride engages LGBTQ+ women age 18+ through programs, activities and outings designed to provide social … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Resource Center’s Women with Pride
Change Of Plans Alert!: Goldie Hawn’s Gonna Be Right At Home On 2021 Chick Lit’s Big Screen
When it comes to screens, Goldie Hawn is a pro. From her giggling and dancing days on "Laugh-In" to her bringing smiles via movie films like “Seems Like Old Times,” “Overboard” and “The First Wives Club,” she simply sparkles. That’s why news of her having to transition from an in-person appearance to an on-screen attendance for the 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon won’t take the wind … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert!: Goldie Hawn’s Gonna Be Right At Home On 2021 Chick Lit’s Big Screen
MySweetSchoolDaze: Resource Center Youth First’s Back-To-School
According to Resource Center’s Youth First program volunteer Elise Matthews, “I started volunteering with Youth First about four years ago when I was early in the process of coming out. It took me almost 30 years to come to terms with my queerness because I grew up in a very conservative area where there wasn’t any kind of queer representation. I spent years hating myself … [Read more...] about MySweetSchoolDaze: Resource Center Youth First’s Back-To-School
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon
According to Texas Women’s Foundation's Annual Luncheon Co-Chairs Lindsay Billingsley and Debra Hunter Johnson, "Join us online on Thursday, September 30, at noon for our 36th Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon with two remarkable best-selling authors, Angie Thomas and Cleo Wade and the theme 'My Voice. My Story.' This dynamic duo will discuss the power of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon
UPDATE: Rainbow Days’ Kyle Coot And Ross DeRogatis Update Plans For 2021 Pot Of Gold Luncheon
With Rainbow Days’ 2021 Pot of Gold Luncheon just a week away, Event Co-Chairs Kyle Coot and Ross DeRogatis have revealed some updates. First, 2021 Pot of Gold Auction Co-Chairs Melissa Griffith and Talene Kozanian have put the silent auction online for bidding. Second, for those who want to experience the luncheon at the Omni Dallas but want/have to stay clung to … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Rainbow Days’ Kyle Coot And Ross DeRogatis Update Plans For 2021 Pot Of Gold Luncheon
TWF’s 42nd Annual Leadership Forum Shared Lessons From Experts, Presented Awards And Netted $475K
While some organizations felt hamstrung by having to adjust to a virtual get-together, Texas Women's Foundation saw it as an opportunity to expand its 42nd Annual Leadership Forum and Award Celebration beyond North Texas on Thursday, April 29. In addition to showcasing the presentation of three of its seven awards to non-North Texans, it made available the conversation between … [Read more...] about TWF’s 42nd Annual Leadership Forum Shared Lessons From Experts, Presented Awards And Netted $475K
Five Reasons Why Debbie Snell Is The Queen Of The 2021 Partners Card Program
If you see Debbie Snell, do yourself a favor and ask her if you can buy a 2021 Partners Card. She’ll no doubt tell you that it’s no problem except they’re not going on sale until Wednesday, September 1. And why would the former chair of Crystal Charity Ball, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Luncheon and Baylor Medical Center Foundation of Dallas’ Celebrating Women Luncheon be … [Read more...] about Five Reasons Why Debbie Snell Is The Queen Of The 2021 Partners Card Program
Jocelyn White’s Memorial Service Plans Announced
Inquiries have been received about the memorial service for Jocelyn White, who died on Sunday, April 18. Arrangements have been finalized for a gathering of family, friends and fans in the Adolphus Hotel's Century Ballroom on Friday, April 30, at 2 p.m. For those who are unable to attend, Terry Irby has sent word that the services will be live-streamed here. Knowing … [Read more...] about Jocelyn White’s Memorial Service Plans Announced
The Dallas Opera Is Expanding Its Spring Gala To A Three-Day Fundraiser With Joyce Didonato
Originally The Dallas Opera’s Viva Diva! featuring mezza-soprano Joyce Didonato scheduled in November 2020 suffered a couple of postponements due to those tricky pandemic restrictions. Instead of just throwing in the towel, Dallas Opera’s Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer “reimagined” the one-night-only special event into a fundraiser that would be celebrated for … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera Is Expanding Its Spring Gala To A Three-Day Fundraiser With Joyce Didonato
AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark
For months leading up to the 2021 AWARE Affair: Celebrate the Moments — Alzheimer’s Myths Unveiled, one of the highlights was to be the evening’s surroundings. It was to be held on Friday, April 16, just after Easter at the Arboretum for guests to “joyfully meander along the tree lined paths.” But when the big day came, North Texas was drenched by hours of rain followed by a … [Read more...] about AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark