2020 is definitely requiring flexibility. While many fundraising events are juggling schedules and locations to meet the ever-changing COVID-19 conditions, 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall decided “to embrace our roots.” And they aren’t talking about the follicle types. For years, the American Cancer Society mega-fundraiser was held … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball Is Getting Back To Its Roots With A Change Of Locations
Outdoors
Dallas Blooms Enhances “The Sounds [And Sights] Of Spring” With Topiaries, Tulips And Technology
As if the Dallas Arboretum's grounds in full regalia weren't enough, a press conference was held on Friday, February 28, to reveal that this year's Dallas Blooms will literally provide "The Sounds Of Spring." In addition to hundreds of thousands of blossoms and music-oriented topiaries, the Arboretum has been working with the Callier Center for Communication Disorders to assist … [Read more...] about Dallas Blooms Enhances “The Sounds [And Sights] Of Spring” With Topiaries, Tulips And Technology
The Katy Trail’s Capital Campaign Enters Its Public Phase To Cross Its $8M Finish Line
While the Katy Trail has been the spot for walking, running and cycling for years, the arrival of COVID-19 since March has turned it into the most popular place to shake off the anxieties of the day. Even before the virus changed our way of life, the Trail was having more than 1M users annually. Since March that usage has increased 20%. Luckily, the Friends of the Katy … [Read more...] about The Katy Trail’s Capital Campaign Enters Its Public Phase To Cross Its $8M Finish Line
We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Day At The Races
According to Turtle Creek Conversancy CEO/President Gay Donnell Willis, The annual Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser thrown by the Turtle Creek Conservancy is one of Dallas’ favorite spring parties, so when the announcement came from Churchill Downs that the Derby was moving to Saturday, September 5, Day at the Races swiftly followed suit! Day at the Races is the … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Conservancy’s Day At The Races
We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Association’s 19th Annual Tour Of Homes
According to Turtle Creek Association CEO/President JD Trueblood, Here at the Turtle Creek Association, community is what we value most and we know our community will get through this trying time together. Like you, we have been closely monitoring the rapidly changing developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and directives from health authorities. Based upon what we know … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Turtle Creek Association’s 19th Annual Tour Of Homes
North Texas Texans Can Academies To Kick Off Summer Meals Program For Kids Monday
One of the challenges facing too many families every summertime is feeding their youngsters. During the school year, these kids rely on school providing breakfast and lunches. But those meals disappear when school is out. Many times programs step up to make up the difference. However, this year’s COVID-19 has already put incredible pressure on the various food … [Read more...] about North Texas Texans Can Academies To Kick Off Summer Meals Program For Kids Monday
We’ve Rescheduled! – Camp Summit’s Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament
According to Camp Summit CEO Carla R. Weiland, The Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament benefiting Camp Summit for 26 years was originally scheduled for Monday, April 27. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we had to cancel but are happy to announce we have rescheduled for Monday, August 31, at Bear Creek Golf Club. The tournament begins at 8:30am with a shotgun start. Our … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Camp Summit’s Jim And Linda Teague Golf Tournament
JUST IN: 2020 Moody Scholars Recognized In Parking Lot Presentations At James Madison And Lincoln High Schools
Parking lots are becoming the special places of interest nowadays thanks to the world created by COVID-19. For instance, the parking lots of James Madison High School and Lincoln High School were the scenes of a presentation of laptops to the 15 students, who were named Moody Scholars as part of the Moody Foundation's Moody Scholars program. According to Moody Foundation … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Moody Scholars Recognized In Parking Lot Presentations At James Madison And Lincoln High Schools
We’ve Rescheduled! – Community Partners Of Dallas’ yCPD Field Day
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, "The young professionals group of Community Partners of Dallas (yCPD) has rescheduled it 6th Annual yCPD Field Day from Saturday, May 16, to Sunday, September 13, from 1 – 5 p.m. at The Rustic, located at 3656 Howell Street in Dallas. We are so grateful to this year’s Co-Chairs Kate … [Read more...] about We’ve Rescheduled! – Community Partners Of Dallas’ yCPD Field Day
A Passing: Donald Fowler
If there was ever a person whose life was filled with colorful and magical threads, it was Donald Fowler. He looked at each person and opportunity as a brilliant new thread to weave into his life’s tapestry. There was the thread of the theater. From acting to producing, Donald loved the boards. Just because he had no formal musical training, he didn’t let that deter him from … [Read more...] about A Passing: Donald Fowler
U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels Celebrate Health Care Heroes With A North Texas Flyover
For once Mother Nature was on her absolutely best behavior today and provided clear skies over North Texas for a flyover by the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels just after 11 a.m. Making the rounds of areas with hospitals to honor Health Care Heroes, the six McDonnell-Douglas F/A-18 Hornets had families and people with pooches and cameras heading outdoor social distancing to see the … [Read more...] about U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels Celebrate Health Care Heroes With A North Texas Flyover