According to Heard Natural Science Museum And Wildlife Sanctuary volunteer Nicole Ellerbrock, "As summer comes to a close and fall approaches, the Heard Natural Science Museum And Wildlife Sanctuary is preparing for their annual 'Halloween at the Heard' event. This celebration will take place on the sanctuary on Saturday, October 16, from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. and is for … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Halloween At The Heard
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The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King
The morning of Tuesday, June 22, was a rarity. Despite the 90-degree heat of the past days, a cold front had swept thru North Texas during the night resulting in morning temperatures in the 60s. It was to be a one-day reprise from the summer heat. By 10 a.m. the temperatures had risen to the upper 70s, making it perfect for The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off finals at … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off
Mother Nature gave The Senior Source a break with cooler temperatures and bright sunshine for its Diamond Dance-Off at Klyde Warren Park on Tuesday, June 22. After weeks of entrants submitting videos of their dance moves to be judged, the big day had arrived with the winners of the four categories — solo, partners, group and generational — competing for the Diamond Dance-Off … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off
Wilkinson Center’s Much-Needed Pantry2Go Was Officially Launched In An East Dallas Parking Lot
Despite the early morning's bright sunshine and toasty heat on Friday, June 18, the debut of Wilkinson Center's Pantry2Go at the organization's East Dallas food pantry filled the tents with folks from the North Texas Food Bank (President/CEO Trisha Cunningham, Rose Shippee and David Swain), Wilkinson Center board members (Board President Elizabeth Willis, Chris Gilker, Dawn … [Read more...] about Wilkinson Center’s Much-Needed Pantry2Go Was Officially Launched In An East Dallas Parking Lot
Dallas Arboretum’s Food and Wine VIP Party Was A Roaring Success With Champagne And Cowhands
In his blue jeans, white shirt, blonde mustache and cowboy hat, Kenneth Braddock (along with Michael Scott) may have looked a bit out of place at the Dallas Arboretum on Thursday, June 10. After all, the night’s Food and Wine Festival’s theme was “A Gatsby Garden Soiree,” with Event Chair Alicia Voltmer, Anita Davis and Donna and James Buhr in flapper attire enjoying the layers … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum’s Food and Wine VIP Party Was A Roaring Success With Champagne And Cowhands
WOKC’s 40th Celebration Gala Reveal Was Brimming With News At Museum Tower’s Great Lawn
Mother Nature has been having a fit of a time trying to get the weather right for North Texans. First, she drenched the area with rain accompanied by lightning and thunder for weeks. Then on Wednesday, June 9, the old gal replaced the wet stuff with rising temperatures and humidity that made North Texas steam like Houston. But even these muggy conditions didn’t stop the Wipe … [Read more...] about WOKC’s 40th Celebration Gala Reveal Was Brimming With News At Museum Tower’s Great Lawn
JUST IN: Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Bargains For August Dollar Days
Alas, the Dallas Arboretum’s Cool Thursdays Concert Series is going on hiatus for July and August because the temperatures aren't going to be all that cool. But that certainly doesn’t mean that other activities will wilt away. There will still be cooking demonstrations at A Tasteful Place, the flowing water features like The Nancy Clements Seay Magnolia Glade, the ZimSculpt … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Bargains For August Dollar Days
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
With pandemic restrictions easing, the 2021 Crystal Charity Ball committee held its annual Midpoint Luncheon to update one and all on the progress made so far for the yearlong fundraising for Dallas County children’s nonprofits. With the threat of rain being delayed, the site of the luncheon was a perfect pick — the ever-popular Katy Trail Ice House. The outdoor … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
Hoblitzelle Foundation Gifts $2M For Fair Park First’s 11-Acre Community Park
Leave it to the Hoblitzelle Foundation to get on board for charity in a big way. The Fair Park First team has revealed that the generous foundation established in 1942 by the late Esther and Karl Hoblitzelle has just provided a gift of $2M toward the creation of the 11-acre Community Park along Fitzhugh. According to Foundation President Katie Robbins, “Hoblitzelle … [Read more...] about Hoblitzelle Foundation Gifts $2M For Fair Park First’s 11-Acre Community Park
Arboretum’s Food And Wine Festival’s VIP Is Sold Out And General Admission Is Getting Close
Sorry if you had your heart set on being part of the VIP-ers at the Arboretum’s Fourth Annual Food And Wine Festival: A Gatsby Garden Soiree on Thursday, June 10. It’s sold out! And no wonder. After all, what would one expect when Knife Dallas’ Chef John Tesar and Carte Blanche’s Chef Casey La Rue will be ruling the VIP Experience? But never fear — there are still … [Read more...] about Arboretum’s Food And Wine Festival’s VIP Is Sold Out And General Admission Is Getting Close
Equest Gala Horse Powered Up For Patrons At Marie Gabrielle Gardens With Tales Of 40 Years Of Success
While many fear turning 40, the Equest folks are celebrating their 40th year of providing therapy for children, military vets and countless others with good common horse sense. Equest Gala Co-Chairs Lisa and Kendall Laughlin and Katherine and Austin Wyker decided to celebrate the Gala patrons with a party at Marie Gabrielle Gardens underwritten by Diane and Hal Brierley last … [Read more...] about Equest Gala Horse Powered Up For Patrons At Marie Gabrielle Gardens With Tales Of 40 Years Of Success