June is a month of freedom. While the 80th celebration of D-Day has recalled the Allied troops making history on the shores of Normandy, this coming Wednesday will honor the day when more than 250,000 enslaved black people in Texas were officially freed by executive decree in 1865. To commemorate this historic occasion, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum will … [Read more...] about Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights Museum Celebrates Juneteenth With Free Admission and Activities
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Easter In The Park Was A Mad Scramble For Eggs With The Pooch Parade’s Howling Competition
With more than 6,000 people on hand for Easter In Turtle Creek Park on Sunday, March 31, it appeared that every inch of the park’s 20 acres surrounding Arlington Hall was filled with families, friends and dogs. The free event, held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., was hosted by the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy for the City of Dallas. Adding to the feet and paws on the ground were … [Read more...] about Easter In The Park Was A Mad Scramble For Eggs With The Pooch Parade’s Howling Competition
Easter In The Park Is Gonna Be Hopping With 10,000 Eggs, Pooch Parade, Big Bunnies For Photos And Food Trucks
Here’s an alert for the upcoming Easter Sunday. The Easter Bunny has burrowed down at Turtle Creek Park for all types of shenanigans for 2024's Easter In The Park. With an expected 6,000 to 7,000 people planning to attend, don’t be faint of heart. Most of the folks and families will be coming to the 20-acre park from the neighboring high rises and Oak Lawn/Turtle Creek … [Read more...] about Easter In The Park Is Gonna Be Hopping With 10,000 Eggs, Pooch Parade, Big Bunnies For Photos And Food Trucks
Kristin And James Hallam’s Family To Serve As 2024 Easter In Turtle Creek Park Event Co-Chairs
Despite the return of winter temperatures, the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy is looking to warmer times with Easter on Sunday, March 31. For more than 50 years, Easter along Turtle Creek has been a much beloved and glorious tradition. This year's Easter In Turtle Creek Park will include an afternoon of food trucks, an Easter Egg Hunt for youngsters at 1:30 p.m., free photos … [Read more...] about Kristin And James Hallam’s Family To Serve As 2024 Easter In Turtle Creek Park Event Co-Chairs
JUST IN: Ashlee And Chris Kleinert Named 2024 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardees
Over the past 27 years, SMU's Cary M. Maguire Center For Ethics And Public Responsibility has shone a light on "individuals who epitomize the spirit of moral leadership and public virtue" at its J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award Luncheon. Recipients have included Peter Brodsky, Michael Sorrell, Nancy Strauss Halbreich, Bobby Lyle, Terry Flowers and Lyda Hill, to name a few. It … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Ashlee And Chris Kleinert Named 2024 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardees
MySweetWishList: Family Compass Home For The Holidays
According to Family Compass Communications Manager Kyla Lynch, “Our goal at Family Compass has remained the same since our founding 31 years ago – to uplift families and protect children. “Being in a healthy and happy home means everything, especially at this special time of the year. We are excited to celebrate with families served at our annual Holiday Party on … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Family Compass Home For The Holidays
Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
Anyone who drives home during rush hour along Turtle Creek Boulevard is in for an enlightening experience starting Wednesday, November 29. Starting that night at the stroke of 7 p.m., Turtle Creek Park Conservancy elves will brighten up the spirit of the season with the Light Up Turtle Creek Park event. But even before the elves flip the switch, there will be a warmup of … [Read more...] about Santa And The Elves Will Flip The Switch To Kick Off Light Up Turtle Creek Park On November 29
Equest’s Fall Fun Fest Is Free And Open To All With Games, Food Trucks, Petting Zoo And More
With North Texas Giving Day in the rear-view mirror and loads of fundraisers up ahead, how about a freebie for the whole family? That's exactly what Equest's Fall Fun Fest is. Tailor-made for all ages, it's the perfect chance to break away from the house and the city life to take in the wide open spaces where Equest flourishes at Texas Horse Park. Formerly known as … [Read more...] about Equest’s Fall Fun Fest Is Free And Open To All With Games, Food Trucks, Petting Zoo And More