Just as lovers of couture gathered at the Dallas Museum of Art four years ago to see the dazzling collection of Christian Dior's legendary fashions, so car aficionados feel the same way when the opportunity presents itself to view wheels of distinction. On Thursday, October 5, 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Angie Kadesky selected just the right venue to hold the annual dinner … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Husbands Party
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2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Perot Museum Of Nature And Science
According to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science Vice President of Development Melissa Reddick, “Every September, we have the privilege to witness the transformative impact of Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day on nonprofit organizations throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. This remarkable initiative plays a pivotal role in our region's … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Perot Museum Of Nature And Science
MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum
According to The 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! “Earlier this year, I … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: The Bullock State History Museum
JUST IN: Bank Of America Provides $1M For The National Juneteenth Museum’s Becoming Reality
A woman with determination can shake things up. Whether it was Nellie Bly's shining a light on the treatment of the mentally ill in the late 1800s, or former first lady Betty Ford's bringing to light the issues of alcohol addiction and breast cancer, women throughout the ages have left their traditional roles to take on causes in need of attention. And so it also was when … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Bank Of America Provides $1M For The National Juneteenth Museum’s Becoming Reality
Nasher Prize Award Gala Honors Its 2023 Laureate Senga Nengudi On A ‘Beautiful Night’ Of Celebration
At the Nasher Prize Award Gala on Saturday, April 1, at Dallas's Nasher Sculpture Center, event Co-Chair Mary McDermott Cook paused during the pre-dinner reception to tell someone that she and her daughter/Co-Chair Grace Cook now "hold the record for fundraising" for the Gala, which was marking its seventh year. Then Mary added, "I'm just thankful for the beautiful night and … [Read more...] about Nasher Prize Award Gala Honors Its 2023 Laureate Senga Nengudi On A ‘Beautiful Night’ Of Celebration
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
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
JUST IN: 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade Cancelled Due To Thunderous Storms
Due to the wet, thunderstormy weather, the 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade in downtown Dallas this morning has been cancelled. As disappointing as it is for the Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade organizers, participants and sponsors, Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Gen. CSM (Ret) Gary Littrell is encouraging folks to donate to the National Medal of Honor Museum being … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade Cancelled Due To Thunderous Storms
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
According to Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala Co-Chairs Kristen Sanger and Lisa Singleton, “The stories of our great City and State are shared each day at the Dallas Historical Society. Very few know that more than three million historical artifacts are housed at the Society, including treasures such as Sam Houston’s handwritten account of the Battle of San Jacinto, … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Frontiers Of Flight Museum’s Take Flight Gala
According to Frontiers of Flight Museum’s Board of Directors Chair Kevin Brooks, “When Daisy reunites with Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby, she declares, ‘I certainly am awfully glad to see you again.’ That’s exactly how we feel about inviting friends of the Frontiers of Flight Museum to join us at the ‘Take Flight Gala’ on Saturday, October 1. “It was 2019 when we … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Frontiers Of Flight Museum’s Take Flight Gala
Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Were Feted With Italian Confetti In Meadows Museum
While paddles were being raised at The Family Place's ReuNight in the Nasher Sculpture Center Garden on Thursday, May 12, the SMU campus may have appeared empty with students heading home for summer break. But over at the campus' Meadows Museum, the Crystal Charity Ball's Former Chairmen's Dinner was taking place in its gorgeous galleries. To start the evening … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Former Chairmen Were Feted With Italian Confetti In Meadows Museum