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Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Is One For All

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When a heart beats that very first pulse of life, it doesn’t question whether it’s existing within a world gift-wrapped in a certain color, religion or sex. Its only goal is to thrive. So it is that the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is one in which those hearts celebrate the hope of everyone that they will surpass discrimination, prejudice and pettiness to provide the … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Is One For All

Children’s Medical Center Dallas’ Tree Lighting Had Unicorns, Santas And A Dream Team Pitcher

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Children’s Medical Center Dallas celebrated the start of December with its annual tree lighting in the courtyard on Monday, December 2. Despite the 50-degree weather, young patients arrived with IVs, in wheelchairs and even in red wagons to see the mammoth tree decorated with Santas, reindeer and angels. To ward off the evening's chill, there were blankets, heat … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Dallas’ Tree Lighting Had Unicorns, Santas And A Dream Team Pitcher

Good Merry Christmas Morning

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Let's start off the day with some holiday cheer thanks to Mariah Carey* at Disney's 2016 Magical Holiday Celebration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OV10YR9HK4w If you feel like dancing around the Christmas tree and singing along, here are the words... as if you don't already know 'em: I don't want a lot for Christmas There is just one thing I need I don't care … [Read more...] about Good Merry Christmas Morning

Put Off Gift-Exchange Hassles And Take In The Look Of The Season At The Arboretum

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Instead of fighting the post-Christmas crowds to return/exchange gifts, why not take all those out-of-town family guests to the prettiest setting in North Texas? Holiday at the  Arboretum will be back in business Thursday, and the weather is predicted to be crisp and cloudy. In other words, a jacket might be smart but sunscreen won’t be necessary. Because the Dallas … [Read more...] about Put Off Gift-Exchange Hassles And Take In The Look Of The Season At The Arboretum

MySweetWishList: Holiday At The Arboretum Volunteers

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According to dedicated volunteers/Holiday at the Arboretum Co-Chairs Denise and Max Davis, “This holiday season, we want to invite you to give of your time to volunteer at Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant. As we’ve added to our holiday offerings, we need even more volunteers to help us with local and out of town visitors. “The Christmas Village — … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Holiday At The Arboretum Volunteers

Celebrate The Season Of Being Grateful Today

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Whether in the snowy Rockies, chilling at an airport for a delayed flight or staying home-sweet-home, MySweetCharity will still be posting. The reason? Like the North Texas nonprofits that tirelessly work 24/7, we'll still be trying to keep up with 'em. May you have a restful day of enjoying the blessings of the season. And while this Thanksgiving may be the first one on … [Read more...] about Celebrate The Season Of Being Grateful Today

Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Will Be The Season’s Very Merrily Hit For Kids Of All Ages

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With just barely enough time to digest turkey, the weekend of December 7 is going to be as busy as roofers in North Texas. On Saturday, December 7, the day will start off at 10 a.m. with the Dallas Holiday Parade in downtown Dallas. Afterwards folks will have just enough time to have their hair and makeup done before heading to the Crystal Charity Ball that night at the … [Read more...] about Breakfast With Santa Spectacular Will Be The Season’s Very Merrily Hit For Kids Of All Ages

MySweetWishList: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

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According to The Warren Center’s CEO Amy Spawn, “Every year, The Warren Center hosts hundreds of children with developmental delays and disabilities at Operation Santa, where gifts from our annual toy drive are distributed in a fun, safe and sensory-friendly atmosphere.  This year we have a record-number of requests for the more than 400 children our organization serves. … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Warren Center’s Operation Santa Toy Drive

MySweetWishList Series Kicks Off Earlier Than Usual

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The MySweetWishList series is having a slight change of plans this year. Instead of kicking off on the Monday after Thanksgiving, it will take place on the Monday before turkey day. The reason is due to Thanksgiving’s taking place later in November than usual. For newcomers, the series’ goal/hope is to provide North Texans with the chance to learn about nonprofits and their … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList Series Kicks Off Earlier Than Usual

Pretty Darn Precious Christmas Village Debuts Saturday At Holiday At The Arboretum

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Retailers aren’t the only ones getting an early start on holiday specials. The Dallas Arboretum is not only getting in the Christmas spirit earlier than usual, it’s adding a new treat to its annual festivities. Thanks to longtime Arboretum supporters Pauline and Austin Neuhoff, The Christmas Village will join the annual 12 Days of Christmas’ milkmaids, drummers and swans … [Read more...] about Pretty Darn Precious Christmas Village Debuts Saturday At Holiday At The Arboretum