At 7:09 p.m. Wednesday evening the Jewish New Year — Rosh Hashanah — begins. In Judaism it is considered to be the first day of the calendar year and one of the holiest days, commemorating the creation of the world. Celebrated for 48 hours, Rosh Hashanah will end at 7:06 p.m. on Friday, October 4. During these 48 hours, work is prohibited and many spend time attending … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Rosh Hashanah Starts The Jewish New Year On Wednesday At Sunset
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A Gentle Reminder: Hints On How To Enjoy Those “New Horizons” At Saturday’s Cattle Baron’s Ball
2024 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Lora Farris and Marjon Henderson and their 98 baronesses have been at Southfork fixing up the place for Saturday night’s "New Horizons" mega-fundraiser. It will feature Straight Tequila Night on the Pike Electric Live Auction Stage and Carrie Underwood on the Andrews Distributing Main Stage presented by Miller Lite. And, of course, … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Hints On How To Enjoy Those “New Horizons” At Saturday’s Cattle Baron’s Ball
JUST IN: 2025 Milestones Luncheon To Feature Keynoter Alex Snodgrass And Sustainer Of The Year Peggy Sewell
Despite the North Texas world being focused on today's North Texas Giving Day, Dallas Junior Leaguers have just announced plans for its 2025 Milestones Luncheon taking place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Friday, April 11. Co-Chaired by Lauren Combest and Debbie Oates, the major fundraiser has two Dallas ladies as the luncheon centerpiece. Serving as the keynote speaker … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2025 Milestones Luncheon To Feature Keynoter Alex Snodgrass And Sustainer Of The Year Peggy Sewell
2024 Crystal Charity Ball Platinum Circle Dinner Was An Array Of Ten Best Honorees And A Dead Mic
Folks had scarcely returned from their Labor Day holidays when they had to get all gussied up for the 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Platinum Dinner. The invite-only event for top donors of the CCB Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show on Thursday, September 4, was the kick-off for the true high rollers. And, what better place to have it than the Neiman Marcus flagship store at the corner … [Read more...] about 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Platinum Circle Dinner Was An Array Of Ten Best Honorees And A Dead Mic
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
According to Youth With Faces’ CEO Chris Quadri, “Teens have one thing in common: they all make mistakes. Regrettably, not all get to learn from them. For hundreds of kids in our community, the risk-taking and boundary-testing of the teen years leads them to the confines of the juvenile justice system. While youth referrals declined during the pandemic, there has been a … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Youth With Faces
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Women’s League
According to the Frisco Women's League VP of Development Mache’ Milhauser, “In 2002, seven neighborhood women set out on a mission to improve their community by volunteering and serving local nonprofits. They decided to take their vision a step further, leading to the founding of the Frisco Women’s League (FWL). Today, FWL boasts a membership of over 250 volunteers, with our … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Women’s League
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Giving Tree Acres Community Farm
According to Giving Tree Acres Community Farm Founder and Executive Director Kristen Sebastian, “Giving Tree Acres is on a mission to transform food pantries in underserved communities into havens of health and nourishment. “We're excited to participate in Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day for the first time, and we're calling on our community to … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Giving Tree Acres Community Farm
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Fastpacs
According to Frisco Fastpacs Executive Director Heather Canterbury, “Imagine a child who depends entirely on school lunches for their meals, arriving at class each day with an empty stomach and uncertainty about their next meal. Hunger is a pressing issue that leads many students to struggle to focus and learn. No child should have to face that alone. In the Frisco … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Frisco Fastpacs
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Econautics Sustainability Institute
According to Econautics Sustainability Institute (Econautics) CEO Talia McAllister, “Do you remember the last time you went outside and walked barefoot on a grassy patch of land? Or taking a dip in a crystal-clear river or lake to cool off on a hot summer day? Have you ever tasted fresh fruit right off a tree? “Joyful moments like these become cherished memories. But … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Econautics Sustainability Institute
2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Café Momentum
According to Café Momentum’s Sr. Manager of Marketing and Events Laura Beth Lopez, “The skillet is hot and the flames are high, but the young chefs in the Café Momentum kitchen are keeping it cool. Our innovative non-profit restaurant in the heart of downtown Dallas provides more than just casual fine dining for foodies. It’s completely run by justice-involved youth … [Read more...] about 2024 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Café Momentum
Wilkinson Center’s Pantry In The Park To Celebrate Autumn At The Dallas Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum in the fall is a site to behold as Autumn At The Arboretum is in full array, with trees decked out in gold and brown leaves and pumpkins everywhere. Taking advantage of the magnificent scene, the Wilkinson Center will hold its second annual "Pantry In The Park" on Friday, October 18, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Co-chairing this year's fundraiser will be … [Read more...] about Wilkinson Center’s Pantry In The Park To Celebrate Autumn At The Dallas Arboretum