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2022 Parade Of Playhouses Of An Even Dozen Will March In Place At NorthPark Starting July 15

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Monday, North Texas is going to be filled with parades to celebrate the Fourth of July. Luckily, most of them will take place early in the day before the area returns to 100-degree heat. For those who love a parade but not the heat or blinding sunshine, there is one coming up in just the right conditions. It’s Dallas CASA’s  27th Annual Parade of Playhouses presented by Crest, … [Read more...] about 2022 Parade Of Playhouses Of An Even Dozen Will March In Place At NorthPark Starting July 15

Friends Of The Dallas Public Library’s Annual Gala Is Showing The “Love Local”

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Even though the pandemic reduced operation of the Dallas Public Library’s in-person visits for more than two years, online services and activities and construction carried on to provide new locations like Forest Green and Vickery Park and to renovate the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library’s sixth floor. This past May 4th all branch locations and the Central Library returned to … [Read more...] about Friends Of The Dallas Public Library’s Annual Gala Is Showing The “Love Local”

2022 North Star Luncheon Was A “Smart” Lesson On How To Write Your Own Narrative

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Family Compass’ 2022 North Star Luncheon’s VIP reception sponsored by Mary Bowman Campbell got underway in the Dallas Country Club’s Founders Room at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 25. Everyone was able to have time talking to featured speaker Elizabeth Smart. Over the years the young girl, who had attracted national attention for being kidnapped from her bedroom and held captive for … [Read more...] about 2022 North Star Luncheon Was A “Smart” Lesson On How To Write Your Own Narrative

Sold-Out Alert: 2022 Tablescapes Luncheon

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Memorial Day isn’t even here and the “Sold-Out” sign is already showing up for fall fundraisers. 2022 Tablescapes Co-Chairs Susan Glassmoyer and Victoria Snee have just reported that the Dallas Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Chapter's luncheon at the Dallas Country Club on Tuesday, October 11, is a done deal. But then what could one expect with designer Lela Rose as the guest … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert: 2022 Tablescapes Luncheon

JUST IN: 2022 Zoo To Do Co-Chairs Marena and Roger Gault Are “Wild And Wonderful” About Zoo Fundraiser

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While cars were backed up clogging roads leading to American Airlines Center for last night’s Mavericks’ (hopefully) comeback game against the Golden State Warriors, there was another crowd of 150 at the Dallas Zoo for the 2022 Zoo To Do kick-off party. As the young lions lounged in their habitat and the elephants trunked up on hay in the background, 2022 Zoo To Do … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Zoo To Do Co-Chairs Marena and Roger Gault Are “Wild And Wonderful” About Zoo Fundraiser

Beacon Of Hope’s Zak Williams Recalled His Grieving Process Following His Father’s Tragic Death

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Before the 500+ guests gathered in the Omni’s Dallas Ballroom for the Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon of Hope fundraising luncheon on Wednesday, March 9, they had loads of interest to attract their attention in the lobby. There were mental health activations including a Nespresso station, a Butterfly Wall, and DJ Lucy Wrubel blasting the tempo to keep things upbeat. … [Read more...] about Beacon Of Hope’s Zak Williams Recalled His Grieving Process Following His Father’s Tragic Death

“Art Of The Jewel” Was In Full Bloom With An Array Of Gems For The Dallas Museum Of Art League

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After the past year’s stop-and-go-and-stop-and-finally scheduling, the Art In Bloom fundraiser to benefit the Dallas Museum of Art was taking place. Even the whispers of sleet couldn’t stop the guests from heading to the Dallas Museum of Art League’s lecture and seated luncheon on Monday, March 7. Doffing furry coats and pashminas, the ladies were greeted by a check-in on … [Read more...] about “Art Of The Jewel” Was In Full Bloom With An Array Of Gems For The Dallas Museum Of Art League

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Art In Bloom

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Adding the oomph factor to the 2022 Art In Bloom’s “Art Of The Jewel,” guests wore their most fashionable jewel tones on Monday, March 7 for the Dallas Museum of Art League fundraiser at the Dallas Museum of Art. But before the guests could settle down for lunch, a live auction and raffle in the Hamon Atrium — decked out with faux cherry blossom trees, a life-size peacock and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Art In Bloom

Dallas CASA’s Parade Of Playhouses Returns To NorthPark For Its 26th Year Of Fun(d)raising

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While some may scoff that nothing happens in the sizzling days of summer, there’s still plenty going on thanks to air-conditioning, shady venues and cooler times of the day. In addition to Equest Blue Ribbon Gala on Saturday, June 4, in the Al Hill Jr. Arena at Texas Horse Park and La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas events during the week of June 7, there are the 4th of July … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s Parade Of Playhouses Returns To NorthPark For Its 26th Year Of Fun(d)raising

Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week

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To welcome folks back from spring break, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon committee was busy preparing letters to remind people of the 2022 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show. Gathering at Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham’s home, Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth, 2022 Community Service Award Recipient Sarah Losinger, Underwriting Chair Kimber … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week