Talk about the cart before the horse. After announcing the recipients of the Dallas Historical Society's Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence back in July, it's now been revealed who will be chairing the fundraiser. Taking the helm of the annual fundraiser at the Fairmont on Tuesday, November 21, will be Co-Chairs Kelly and Charles Lipscomb and Barbara … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon Leadership Revealed
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JUST IN: The Late Nancy And Jake Hamon’s Legendary Philanthropy Continues With $25M For New Pediatric Campus
There always seemed to be a starry twinkle in the eyes of the late Nancy Hamon. Pity those who never had the opportunity to know her. Why, even in the years leading to her death in 2011 at the age of 92, she continued to have the type of aura that ingenues envy. Nancy was one of the last remnants of what Texas legends built. The "Dallas Morning News" described her as "the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Late Nancy And Jake Hamon’s Legendary Philanthropy Continues With $25M For New Pediatric Campus
JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
As The Family Place approaches its 28th Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon on Friday, October 4, some additions have been made to the fundraiser's program. Luncheon Co-Chairs Lauren Black, Nakita Johnson, Clarisa Lindenmeyer and Lauren McKinnon along with Honorary Co-Chairs Lindsay and George Billingsley have announced the creation of the Paige Flink Inaugural Icon … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon To Honor Jamie Williams With The Inaugural Paige Flink Icon Award
MySweetOpportunity: Bullock State History Museum Gala
According to Bullock State History Museum Board Member Lisa Cooley, “Opened in 2001 as the official history museum of the State of Texas, the Bullock State History Museum engages the broadest possible audience to interpret the continually unfolding story of Texas through meaningful educational experiences. And what a story we Texans have to tell-particularly as we experience … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Bullock State History Museum Gala
Fourth Braniff History And Architecture Conference To Fly High Of The Unplain Plane Days
There was a time when Dallas-based Braniff ruled the skies not only in North Texas but internationally. In addition to its unplain planes and flight crews in Emilio Pucci attire, it set a new standard for flying the skies. So great was its stamp on the airline world, its impact has continued despite its demise decades ago thanks to Braniff International and the non-profit … [Read more...] about Fourth Braniff History And Architecture Conference To Fly High Of The Unplain Plane Days
Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights And Frontiers Of Flight Museums Partner Up For The Right Stuff
As folks are in that between time of leaving for summer vacations and preparing for school to start, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum and Frontiers Of Flight Museum have come up with a great partnership. Until Labor Day (aka Monday, September 2) the two museums are doing a 2-fer. Called "Right Stuff," a discounted fee of $27 for adults and $20 for … [Read more...] about Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights And Frontiers Of Flight Museums Partner Up For The Right Stuff
Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Learned How One Of Their Own Had ♥-ed NY
When one becomes a Crystal Charity Ball chair, the past years of fundraising tales tend to become word-of-mouth, hand-me-downs. It is at the annual former chairmen's supper when memories are shared and compared. But somewhere along the line, one of the CCB chair's legendary accomplishments in the world of advertising and the international flair of her ball had been remembered … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Learned How One Of Their Own Had ♥-ed NY
MySweetOpportunity: Preservation Park Cities
According to The Houses of the Park Cities: An Architectural Guide to the Historic Houses of Highland Park and University Park Texas" author R. Lawrence “Larry” Good, “Perhaps never in the history of Highland Park and University Park have as many historic houses of architectural significance been lost to demolition as in the past several years. There are no historic … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Preservation Park Cities
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Historical Society’s 43rd Annual Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon
According to Dallas Historical Society Executive Director Karl Chiao, “The Dallas Historical Society (DHS) is thrilled to announce the 43rd Annual Dallas History Makers Awards for Excellence Luncheon (DHM)! Since 1981, these prestigious awards have honored individuals who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Dallas. Established by Lindalyn Adams, … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Historical Society’s 43rd Annual Dallas History Makers Awards For Excellence Luncheon
2024 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner Was An Elegant Affair Enhanced By Dallas Sounds Of Music
It might have been described as a gathering of North Texas fundraising eagles since the 2024 NorthPark Ambassadors dinner was an array of all types of area non-profit representatives. Returning to the Mansion on Turtle Creek on Monday, May 6, it was an elegant salute to this year's class of area non-profits and their leaders hosted by NorthPark Center's first couple Nancy … [Read more...] about 2024 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner Was An Elegant Affair Enhanced By Dallas Sounds Of Music
Break With The Usual: Wednesday’s Federal Holiday Means No Mail Nor In-Person Banking
Folks have gotten pretty used to federal holidays that fall on a Monday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day and Veteran's Day) translating into a three-day weekend. But tomorrow's Juneteenth holiday is going to throw some people for a loop. Since Juneteenth is the newest federal holiday and for the first time will fall on a … [Read more...] about Break With The Usual: Wednesday’s Federal Holiday Means No Mail Nor In-Person Banking