While newcomers to these parts may not know Texas history, anyone who made it through the state’s grade and/or junior-high schools can tell why Texas is called the Lone Star State. And besides their own birthday, the next most important date to a diehard Texas is March 2 (aka Texas Independence Day), when the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed creating the Republic of … [Read more...] about Texas Independence Day Celebrations Have North Texans Fundraising “With Valor And Swagger”
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Dallas Children’s Theater Adds Six New Members To Its Board Of Trustees
Even days of freezing temperatures can’t slow down the news of new board members to area non-profits. The latest is Dallas Children’s Theater’s (DCT) board of trustees. Board President Jim Markus has revealed the six new board members who “will assist DCT in strategic planning and help establish policies and procedures that will ensure the best possible experience for all … [Read more...] about Dallas Children’s Theater Adds Six New Members To Its Board Of Trustees
JUST IN: Seven Dallas Children Non-Profits Selected To Be 2023 Crystal Charity Ball To The Tune Of $6,686,131
Despite the icy conditions Friday, the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball members gathered at Dallas Arts District Mansion bright and early for the final presentations by the 2023 beneficiary hopeful Dallas children’s charities. By the end of the day, the following seven area non-profits were selected to benefit from the CCB’s year-long fundraising efforts: After-School … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Seven Dallas Children Non-Profits Selected To Be 2023 Crystal Charity Ball To The Tune Of $6,686,131
Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
Big Thought’s “Big Night 2023” is less than a month away and all the big elements are in place. Taking place at The Factory in Deep Ellum on Saturday, March 4, the fundraiser boasts leadership including Event Co-Chairs Lynn and Allan McBee and Christa and Ketric Sanford with Honorary Co-Chairs Sasha and DeMarcus Lawrence and Donna Wilhelm. Serving as host for the night … [Read more...] about Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 2023 Big Night Fundraiser At The Factory
Turtle Creek Conservancy Has A Double Header Of News With Name Adjustment And Luminary Dinner Plans
While North Texas tundra is thawing out, the Turtle Creek Conservancy have been moving ahead the announcement of its 2023 Luminary Dinner and the Converancy's name adjustment. Starting with the Luminary, this year’s invitation-only dinner honoring the Conservancy's top donors will be chaired by Pam Busbee on Thursday, November 9, at longtime supporters Lynn and Peter … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Conservancy Has A Double Header Of News With Name Adjustment And Luminary Dinner Plans
Crystal Charity Ball’s New Members Learned Their Roles To Help Dallas Children’s Charities
The new class of Crystal Charity Ball members (Cindy Simmons Booker, Carol Cook Dalton, Carolyn Thompson Goelzer, Stephanie Martin Lauck, Margaret Elizabeth Perry McKissack, Melissa Sherrill Martin, Felicia Smith Powell and Katherine Rochelle Wyker) scored points for following orders. For their first get-together breakfast on Tuesday, January 24, at the Dallas Country Club, … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball’s New Members Learned Their Roles To Help Dallas Children’s Charities
Dallas Service Forum “Royally” Celebrates It 45th Anniversary With Chef Darren McGrady
Back in 1977, there was no internet nor no seat belt requirements. CB radios were the rage and everyone seemed to have a “handle.” North Texans were getting stoked up about the Dallas Cowboys’ season that was leading up to winning the Super Bowl. Ironically, it was during that time that the area recorded the most freezes in 30 years, scoring 62 days of below-freezing … [Read more...] about Dallas Service Forum “Royally” Celebrates It 45th Anniversary With Chef Darren McGrady
POSTPONED: St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Patron Party
With North Texas looking and feeling like an iceberg, most area schools are remaining closed Thursday. Another group that is regrouping is the 2023 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show patron party Thursday afternoon to a later, warmer date. While St. V-Day Co-Chairs Katy Bock and Sunie Solomon were disappointed to postpone the invite-only get-together, they … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Patron Party
JUST IN: Center For BrainHealth’s Legacy Award Dinner Postponed
In addition to everything from postal services to museums being in a deep freeze, thanks to this week's Arctic blast resulting in treacherous driving and walking conditions, North Texas fundraising event planners have largely ducked the bullet. The reason is that there have been very few events scheduled for the first part of the week. The hope was the frigid conditions … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Center For BrainHealth’s Legacy Award Dinner Postponed
Metrocrest Services Adds Four New Members To Its Board As It Prepares For Its New Facilities
Even the winter chills don’t stop North Texas non-profits from announcing additions to their boards. The latest crop to spring up is over at Metrocrest Services, which is looking forward to moving into its new digs this year. New board of director members, including Jess Castaneda, Margarita “Maggie” De La Rosa, Steven Graybill and Cristal Retana, will join current members … [Read more...] about Metrocrest Services Adds Four New Members To Its Board As It Prepares For Its New Facilities
Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception Toasted 100 Years Of Memories
While North Texas newcomers may love the lower taxes and the bargains on estates, they may want to be forewarned that there’s something in the air that can be more irritating than COVID, influenza and RSV rolled into one. It’s that dang seasonal allergy. It was more than evident at the Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception and Open House on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception Toasted 100 Years Of Memories