For a long time folks debated whether Memorial Day was started by the Rebels or the Yankees. That was because it got its start following the Civil War and was then known as Decoration Day. Actually, it was due to the women on both sides of the Mason-Dixon line, who honored their fallen by decorating their graves.Over the years more wars followed — The Spanish American War, … [Read more...] about The Original Purpose Of Memorial Day Stays True Today
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Horse-Loving Equesters Are Headed To Deep Ellum’s Bomb Factory For The Equest After Dark Gala
Hold your horses! The annual Equest gala has galloped over to a new venue for the Friday, April 20, fundraiser. Perhaps it was the bus rides that guests had to take to Texas Horse Park. Or, perhaps it was last year's very threatening weather that forced the organizers to postpone it a day.Whatever! Who cares? The news is that the hoedown Equest After Dark Gala will be held … [Read more...] about Horse-Loving Equesters Are Headed To Deep Ellum’s Bomb Factory For The Equest After Dark Gala
Talk Of Equine Therapy For Military Vets—And A Generous Gift—Highlight Equest’s Hooves for Heroes Party
Carolyn Anderson seems like a natural to chair Equest’s second annual Boots And Salutes fundraiser, benefiting Equest’s Hooves for Heroes program, this coming July at Texas Horse Park. Hooves for Heroes helps military veterans, first responders and their families transition to civilian life through equestrian therapy. Carolyn has a brother who’s a colonel in the army, and a … [Read more...] about Talk Of Equine Therapy For Military Vets—And A Generous Gift—Highlight Equest’s Hooves for Heroes Party
If You Don’t Believe In Santa, NORAD Does
If you have munchkins, grand munchkins or still wonder if Santa really exists, then there are bona fide experts who have all the information to back old Kris Kringle. It’s the North American Aerospace Defense Command (aka NORAD) located in Colorado Springs. Starting at midnight NORAD will be monitoring Santa and his team’s travels through the world. But the NORAD Tracks Santa … [Read more...] about If You Don’t Believe In Santa, NORAD Does
Housing Crisis Center’s Colors Of Courage 2017 Patriot Party Assists Homeless Vets Affected By The ‘Hidden Wounds Of War’
It's a disturbing fact, but Dallas is home to more than 1,000 homeless military veterans—and the number keeps rising. Every night, the Housing Crisis Center provides housing and support services to more than 100 vets and their families. So supporting these vets, and helping save them from a life of poverty and homelessness, was the purpose of the center's Colors of … [Read more...] about Housing Crisis Center’s Colors Of Courage 2017 Patriot Party Assists Homeless Vets Affected By The ‘Hidden Wounds Of War’
Blue Star Memorial Unveiling Took Place at T. Boone Pickens Hospice And Palliative Care Center Under Blue Skies
Despite no mention about Harriet Gibbs chairing the dedication of the Third Blue Star Memorial Marker on Friday, October 13, at the T. Boone Pickens Hospice and Palliative Care Center in the recap, she deserves a tip-of-the-hat for the perfect skies that served as a backdrop for the day's activities. According to a submitted photo, even City Councilperson Jennifer Gates was on … [Read more...] about Blue Star Memorial Unveiling Took Place at T. Boone Pickens Hospice And Palliative Care Center Under Blue Skies
Grovel Alert: Patriot Party’s Colors Of Courage
Patriots Party’s Colors of Courage Co-Chairs Laura and Dennis Moon have just sent word that tickets for the dinner, dancing and auction benefiting the Housing Crisis Center on Friday, November 3, are getting scarce.Perhaps it’s because along with Honorary Co-Chairs Connie and Denny Carreker, Laura and Dennis have moved the fundraiser to the Bush Institute with retired … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Patriot Party’s Colors Of Courage
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Ponied Up With Fashions, Awards And Laughs Thanks To Chair Beth Thoele
There are those rare people in fundraising who literally break the ice much to the delight of others with their oops and refreshing spontaneity. On Tuesday, October 3, Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon Chair Beth Thoele rose to the pinnacle of those ranks of endearment.Initially, it was a challenge with the weather. One guests swore, “Houston shipped their humidity up … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show Ponied Up With Fashions, Awards And Laughs Thanks To Chair Beth Thoele
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show
During the fundraising luncheon circuit, some guests get jaded by the very scripted and rehearsed speakers at the podium. On Tuesday, October 3, at Brook Hollow Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Style Show Chair Beth Thoele received great vibrations as her refreshing and off-the-cuff remarks broke the guests into smiles, chuckles and one really big … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Style Show
Retired General/One Mind CEO Peter Chiarelli To Bring His Mission Addressing PST To Support Housing Crisis Center’s Programs For Vets
There was a time in the late 1960s and early 1970s when being a member of the ROTC wasn’t exactly cool compared to being on the football team. And then there was the country’s attitude about Vietnam that only heightened the non-cool factor.But there were those who recognized the need of the military and appreciated the structure and commitment by those serving the … [Read more...] about Retired General/One Mind CEO Peter Chiarelli To Bring His Mission Addressing PST To Support Housing Crisis Center’s Programs For Vets
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2017 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show
According to 2017 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show Chairman Beth Thoele,Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship was founded in 1981 and was the first riding center in Texas for children and adults with all types of physical, cognitive, emotional and learning disabilities. One of the organization’s most important sources for funding is the annual Equest Women’s … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2017 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show