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JUST IN: The Hoblitzelle Foundation Adds Three New Members To Its Board

May 5, 2025 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

Back in the early 1900s, North Texas was ripe for young entrepreneurs planting their seeds of empire building. Carrie Marcus Neiman, her husband Al Neiman and Carrie's brother Herbert Marcus opened a store with all things "ready-to-wear" in clothes in downtown Dallas called Neiman Marcus. John Armstrong and his sons-in-law Hugh Prather and Edgar Flippen started work on  … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Hoblitzelle Foundation Adds Three New Members To Its Board

Eight Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries Received $7M+ Checks For Dallas County Children

Apr 18, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

One might say that Tuesday, March 4, was payday for eight Dallas County children's non-profits. Taking place in Highland Park Village's Mockingbird Room, The 2024 Crystal Charity Ball committee convened to present the beneficiaries of the year-long fundraising of $7M+. Underwritten by Truist, the check presentations were made by 2024 CCB Chair Cheryl Joyner, Underwriting … [Read more...] about Eight Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiaries Received $7M+ Checks For Dallas County Children

The Southwestern Medical District’s Prehistory Book Launch Was Rife With True Texas Tales

Apr 14, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite their living in Dallas for ages, some guests for the launch of "The Southwestern Medical District: Prehistory to the Future of Medicine" at the Hall of State on the evening of Wednesday, February 26, learned more than they had expected. It seems that while they had overcome the traffic congestion around Fair Park due to an event at the Music Hall, they were … [Read more...] about The Southwestern Medical District’s Prehistory Book Launch Was Rife With True Texas Tales

Preservation Park Cities To Commemorate Eight University Park Locales Tuesday With Plaques

Mar 17, 2025 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to weather guessers, today's and tomorrow's temperature may actually hit the 80s — just ideal for outdoor activities like walking the dogs, a round of pickle ball and all types of formal presentations. Want an example of that last one? Well, Preservation Park Cities is celebrating eight University Park locations with plaques "commemorating the history of … [Read more...] about Preservation Park Cities To Commemorate Eight University Park Locales Tuesday With Plaques

Perhaps Neiman Marcus Flagship Will Rise Like A Phoenix After Suffering A Fire Of Controversy

Feb 28, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

In recent days the 117-year-old Neiman Marcus Downtown store has been caught in a whirlpool, like contentious divorcing parents deciding how to proceed. NM’s newest “spouse,” Saks Global, had drawn the line that it would no longer be responsible for the brand's flagship due to a breakdown in negotiations with a lessor over a 25' by 100’ underground lease. The result was … [Read more...] about Perhaps Neiman Marcus Flagship Will Rise Like A Phoenix After Suffering A Fire Of Controversy

2025 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Nominations Extended To March 31

Feb 28, 2025 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

There is nothing like a pat on the back. No matter how successful a person may appear to be, they always appreciate an acknowledgment of their efforts, whether professionally or personally. Thanks to the Dallas Historical Society, there is an opportunity for a show of appreciation. It's absolutely free and easy to possibly shine a spotlight on an unsung hero in North … [Read more...] about 2025 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Nominations Extended To March 31

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Cheryl Joyner’s Farewell Tea

Feb 24, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

For The Crystal Charity Ball committee of 100 volunteers, there is one event that annually takes place that's an oddity of sorts. The past months of fundraising have wound up with the grand finale celebration taking place on the first Saturday in December. Almost immediately the outgoing chair has cleaned out her office and the incoming chair starts moving in and assembling … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2024 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Cheryl Joyner’s Farewell Tea

Leapin’ Lizards! CARE Dallas Is Taking A Jump “Over The Edge” Of Plaza Of The Americas

Feb 10, 2025 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Back in the 1980s, the Plaza of the Americas was the office/retail/restaurant complex owned by Jacque and Toddie Lee Wynne Jr. Towering over North Pearl, its ice rink centerpiece in the lobby had hosted the Beaux Arts Ball and even featured ice skating legend Peggy Fleming. It was a time when hotels were part of the top families' projects: Caroline Hunt's Mansion On Turtle … [Read more...] about Leapin’ Lizards! CARE Dallas Is Taking A Jump “Over The Edge” Of Plaza Of The Americas

George W. Bush Presidential Museum Will Celebrate Presidents Day With Free Admission And Extended Hours

Feb 10, 2025 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Everybody loves a freebie. That's why Monday, February 17, is going to be a lovefest. Not only will it be a federal holiday, there's going to be a free deal for the entire family. In celebration of Monday being Presidents Day, North Texas' own Georg W. Bush Presidential Museum is "offering free admission to all visitors plus extending its hours from 9 a.m. to 8 … [Read more...] about George W. Bush Presidential Museum Will Celebrate Presidents Day With Free Admission And Extended Hours

Nominations Are Being Accepted For 2025 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence

Feb 6, 2025 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

After closing the book on the 2024 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon, the Dallas Historical Society staff has started its search for individuals and organizations for its 2025 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence presentation. Nominations are officially open in the following categories: Arts Leadership Business Creative Arts … [Read more...] about Nominations Are Being Accepted For 2025 Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence

DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past

Jan 28, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

With a chill in the air, North Texans were briskly heading to fundraising luncheons on Thursday, November 22, as the countdown for Thanksgiving got underway. While The Salvation Army Of North Texas held its “Doing The Most Good Luncheon” at the Hilton Anatole, the Dallas Historical Society’s (DHS) History Maker Luncheon saluted a wide variety of leaders and organizations at The … [Read more...] about DHS 2024 History Maker Luncheon Celebrated Honorees Looking To The Future Inspired By The Past

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