While the announcement of the Crystal Charity Ball's Ten Best Dressed is a longtime favorite to find out who will be honored at the luncheon fashion show in the fall, it's also important to keep the facts straight — especially this year, when it's celebrating its 50th anniversary. But more about that later. As guests arrived at Neiman Marcus NorthPark's third floor for the … [Read more...] about 2024 Crystal Charity Ball’s 10 Best Dressed Announcement Was Nearly Golden Perfection
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Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”
Dallas Area Habit for Humanity is posting a “help wanted” sign for a permanent CEO with Monday’s announcement that it has “parted ways” with William Eubanks III, who came on board as chief executive less than a year ago. It's just the latest in a series of leadership changes roiling the North Texas non-profit sector recently, with abrupt and surprising upheavals at the top … [Read more...] about Dallas Habitat For Humanity Is A Sign Of Current C-Suite Comings And “Oops-Sorry-Things-Didn’t-Work-Out”
Perot After-Hours Gathering Of Ruby Gems And Gams Hints Of Texas Ballet Theatre’s Upcoming Season
As folks were leaving the Perot Museum Of Nature And Science at closing the other night, something was going on upstairs on the third level. Among the glass cases displaying Grape Jelly Amethyst Geode, The Eyes of Africa and other glistening crystals and quartz in the Lyda Hill Gems and Mineral Hall was a small group of people. Some were setting up lighting equipment and … [Read more...] about Perot After-Hours Gathering Of Ruby Gems And Gams Hints Of Texas Ballet Theatre’s Upcoming Season
A Gentle Reminder: Whatever You Call This Monday, It’s Still Confusing
Monday is going to be a problem. How’s that? On some calendars it’s Columbus Day; on others it’s Indigenous Peoples Day. Either way the day throws parents and other grownups into a tailspin on what’s open for business and what’s posting “Closed” signs. North Texas, like the most of the states, has never “formally observed” the day as anything other than the day that follows … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Whatever You Call This Monday, It’s Still Confusing
AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark
For months leading up to the 2021 AWARE Affair: Celebrate the Moments — Alzheimer’s Myths Unveiled, one of the highlights was to be the evening’s surroundings. It was to be held on Friday, April 16, just after Easter at the Arboretum for guests to “joyfully meander along the tree lined paths.” But when the big day came, North Texas was drenched by hours of rain followed by a … [Read more...] about AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark
Rising Numbers Of Hybrid Events Indicate Fundraising May Be On The Road To Recovery
Change is in the air. Not just the weather but North Texas fundraising seems to be moving ahead to a new level as vaccinations are finding arms all over the area. While virtual get-togethers have been the lone way for nonprofits to connect with their supporters, the word “hybrid” has been cropping up in recent weeks. With COVID-19 cases and deaths on the down slide, … [Read more...] about Rising Numbers Of Hybrid Events Indicate Fundraising May Be On The Road To Recovery
Water, Water Everywhere And Everything Is Drenched
Thanks to the lack of power and freezing temperatures, many communities, private residences and buildings like the newly renovated Hall of State at Fair Park, the Dallas Country Club, The Family Place's emergency shelter and Camden Victory Park have sustained damage due to broken water lines and compromised sprinkler systems. https://youtu.be/n0RX-oPuJu0 Check out the … [Read more...] about Water, Water Everywhere And Everything Is Drenched
A Gentle Reminder: Celebrate Your COVID-19 Vaccination Safely
It’s probably the most sought-after piece of paper in today’s world. A driver license with a gold-encircled star? A college diploma? A Social Security card? None of these. It’s a little 3” by 4” white card that reads COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card. You’ll get it when you receive your first vaccination shot. On it will be your assigned patient number along with your … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Celebrate Your COVID-19 Vaccination Safely
New York Times’ “Find Your Place In The Vaccine Line” Suggests How Long A Wait You Might Have
New York Times Opinion editor Stuart Thompson has an interesting story — “Find Your Place In The Vaccine Line” — on how the vaccine roll out will take place. In the story, the reader fills out four basic questions: How old are you? What county do you live in? Do you work in four professions (healthcare worker, essential worker, first responder, teacher) or none of … [Read more...] about New York Times’ “Find Your Place In The Vaccine Line” Suggests How Long A Wait You Might Have
Monday Is Going To Be A Confusing Holiday/Non-Holiday
Monday is a bit of a confusing holiday/non-holiday. Not just because of its being called Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day, but because it is a federal holiday but not a state, city nor county holiday. In other words, all non-essential federal government offices (i.e., U.S. Postal Service, Social Security Office, passport office, federal courtooms, etc.) will be … [Read more...] about Monday Is Going To Be A Confusing Holiday/Non-Holiday
Community Partners Of Dallas To Make The Call Friday Afternoon For Saturday’s YCP Field Day
With Saturday’s forecast being up for grabs, the Community Partners of Dallas organizers have just sent word that they’ll decide whether their annual yCPD Field Day will be outdoor fun and games or indoors with friends, food and fundraising activities at The Rustic. Just imagine the fun if it's just drizzle, with campers competing in the sloppy conditions! But if it's … [Read more...] about Community Partners Of Dallas To Make The Call Friday Afternoon For Saturday’s YCP Field Day