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 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
Callier Cares Luncheon Letter Signing Was Ideal To Catch Up And Have A “Rosie” Guest
Like Mahjong games and quilting bees, letter signings are ripe for the exchange of news among the participants. Recently one such example was the Foundation for the Callier Center’s Callier Cares Luncheon signing letters to underwriters about the Callier Center for Communication Disorders that is scheduled for Monday, April 17, at the Dallas Country Club. The signing took … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Letter Signing Was Ideal To Catch Up And Have A “Rosie” Guest
Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
The first introduction of the 2022-2023 winter temperatures arrived on North Texas doorsteps before the sun rose on Saturday, November 12. Despite the evening’s cold, the area was burning with fundraising. Operation Kindness’ Canines, Cats and Cabernet Gala was honoring Carol Seay with the Champion for Animals Award and Charles Jones with the Legacy of Kindness Award at the … [Read more...] about Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
After a major renovation and recovery from the freeze damage of February 2021, Fair Park’s Hall of State glowed beautifully inside and out for the Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala on Saturday, November 12. With Texas legends like James W. Fannin and Stephen F. Austin observing from their pedestals in the Hall of Heroes, Gala Co-Chairs Kristen Sanger and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Elegant Luminary Dinner In The Hunt Suite Included A “Boxed Turtle”
While the Katy Trail Art Society top donors enjoyed a casual, outdoor dinner at Bilboquet learning about its latest installation and Jeanne Phillips and Condeleezza Rice were the stars at the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth's annual Neil Mallon Award Dinner at the Hilton Anatole Hotel, the Turtle Creek Conservancy held an intimate seated supper for its top supporters … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Elegant Luminary Dinner In The Hunt Suite Included A “Boxed Turtle”
Sons of the Flag Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary With Heroes, Standing Ovations And Treasured Stories
Just days before Veterans Day, there was a gathering of people at the Dallas Country Club for the sold-out Stars and Stripes Luncheon co-chaired by Annie and Teal Griffeth on Monday, November 7. The day’s purpose was not just to support the Sons of the Flag's tenth anniversary, but to honor a group of vets like World II's John "Lucky" Luckadoo and Jack Stowe and the Korean … [Read more...] about Sons of the Flag Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary With Heroes, Standing Ovations And Treasured Stories
MySweetWishList: 2023 Texas Independence Day Dinner
According to 2023 Texas Independence Day Dinner Chair Lisa Cooley, “The Texas History Museum Foundation has selected two outstanding Texans – esteemed military leader and public servant Admiral William H. McRaven (U.S. Navy Retired) and football legend Roger Staubach – to receive the History-Making Texan Award at the Foundation’s 19th annual Texas Independence Day Dinner to … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2023 Texas Independence Day Dinner
Lady Fiona Carnarvon Delighted A Writer’s Garden Guests With Her Tales Of Highclere Living
As the first brisk morning of fall 2022 filled North Texas, the Dallas Arboretum was already starting to bulge with cars lining up for parking on Tuesday, October 18. But a few cars were directed over to A Tasteful Place where the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum's A Writer’s Garden VIP reception was taking place with the big draw being a photo opp with A Writer’s … [Read more...] about Lady Fiona Carnarvon Delighted A Writer’s Garden Guests With Her Tales Of Highclere Living
Family Gateway’s “Stronger Together Breakfast” Patron Party Was A “Stretto” Delight
Within the Preston Hollow neighborhood, three of the neighbors were holding parties making the winding narrow roads sidelined with cars on Thursday, October 13. One of the locations stood out, though. While tall hedges and brush hid more than two acres from prying eyes, to the left at the entrance was a silver spaceship and across the way was a lineup of … [Read more...] about Family Gateway’s “Stronger Together Breakfast” Patron Party Was A “Stretto” Delight
Monday Is Sort Of A Holiday
Monday is one of those wonky holidays. Even the name is up for grabs. In 1937 President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed it to be Columbus Day and made it a “national holiday." That’s where the rub comes in. Yes, it is one of ten U.S. federal holidays, but it’s not considered a major one. While federal offices, postal services and some banks will be closed, state offices will … [Read more...] about Monday Is Sort Of A Holiday