According to Dallas Arboretum Board Chair Alan Walne, Help us spread holiday cheer to our visitors by joining our team of volunteers for the 12 Days of Christmas! Volunteers are needed to help as Christmas Village Hosts and 12 Days Gazebo Hosts now through the end of the year. We need at least 20 volunteers per shift, so we are also welcoming corporate, student and civic … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Arboretum And Botanical Garden
Outdoors
Friends Of Katy Trail Jogs Past Its $8M Campaign To Complete The Katy Trail Goal
It’s a beautiful day to get away from the computer and take a long walk. Like showgirls, the area trees are standouts with their fall wardrobe of colors. The air is just the right temperature. And the perfect spot to take it all in is the Katy Trail. Not only is it spectacular, it’s the focus of a completion. The Friends of the Katy Trail not only achieved the Campaign to … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail Jogs Past Its $8M Campaign To Complete The Katy Trail Goal
Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
Over recent years Bonton Farms has become an inspiring centerpiece for the surrounding neighborhood in South Dallas. With its homegrown produce and Market Cafe, it has helped an area that had struggled through rough times to prosper. On the evening of Sunday, September 6, Bonton was the site of A-Farm-To-Table celebration of African American vendors and volunteers benefiting … [Read more...] about Bonton Farms Serves Up A Feast Of Food And Talent Thanks To African American Vendors And Volunteers For Miles Of Freedom
The Heart Of Collin County Is Going To “Infiniti” Via Black Limos For A “Keen” Evening
After months of adapting to the new world order of COVID-19 restrictions, the American Heart Association - North Texas is undertaking a fundraiser that promises fun and fundraising safely — The Heart Of Collin County - Heart Fest. Scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 8, at Crest Cadillac/Infiniti/Volvo in Frisco, it’s only right that Crest’s kingpin Mike Brosin and … [Read more...] about The Heart Of Collin County Is Going To “Infiniti” Via Black Limos For A “Keen” Evening
A Year Later North Texans Are Still Recovering From The Night Of Tornadoes And Taking Steps To Better Prepare
It was a year ago that North Texas, especially Dallas, discovered how a tornado could turn lives upside down on a Sunday night. The morning-after literally brought to light the chaotic damage done by the tornadic activity. It was easy to spot the journey the lead tornado took that Storm Chaser Jeff Piotrowski caught on video for Tornado Alley Video. Ravaged roofs were now … [Read more...] about A Year Later North Texans Are Still Recovering From The Night Of Tornadoes And Taking Steps To Better Prepare
Add A Sign To Your Yard Art That Will Be “Boo-tiful” And Help Children’s Health’s Munchkins
Front yards are sprouting signage for various candidates and issues. But there is one sign that has no political allegiance and is simply promoting a good cause. It’s the Children’s Health’s purple-and-white-and-red “Boo!” sign to “scare away childhood illness and injury.” With a touch of mischief, you can have some fun with this little ghostly figure by “boo-ing” your favs. … [Read more...] about Add A Sign To Your Yard Art That Will Be “Boo-tiful” And Help Children’s Health’s Munchkins
West Nile Virus Is Far From Virtual With North Texas Counties Becoming State Hot Spots
With all this beautiful weather, there couldn’t be a better time than now to get outdoors for a walk, pedaling on that bike or getting down and dirty in the garden. And while the temperatures have been user-friendly, there are some not-so-friendly critters still out there — mosquitoes. Besides the itching and the resulting red bump(s), the skeeters’ itty-bitty bite can … [Read more...] about West Nile Virus Is Far From Virtual With North Texas Counties Becoming State Hot Spots
A Sign Of The Times Is Hitting Front Yards As Election Day Approaches
With the 2020 Presidential debates getting underway tonight, it might be a good time for a reminder about yard sign etiquette. Like all lawn décor, whether it’s a comforting water feature, a humongous Halloween spook or trees draped in toilet paper, a campaign sign should remain as is with the homeowners’ deciding its fate. Recently some neighbors have had their signs … [Read more...] about A Sign Of The Times Is Hitting Front Yards As Election Day Approaches
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers
According to Lone Star Wheelers President/Executive Director Shannon Catalano, Mike was like a little kid as we rode the specialized red and grey bike ‘round and ‘round the circle in front of DaySpring Senior Living in Plano. Quickly feeling safe and secure, Mike was game for going all the way around the building. A cheering squad at the entrance greeted us with each … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Metro Relief
According to Metro Relief Development Director Katie Besly, Metro Relief is a mobile nexus for the homeless community, providing essential support to help people get permanently off the streets. Working on foot, we connect our friends with the resources they need most. We retrofit old Crown buses into mobile resource centers and soup kitchens that go directly to places … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Metro Relief
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Runnin’ Free Ranch
According to Runnin' Free Ranch Co-Founder Amy Dojahn, I was 3 years of age when I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and was not able to walk after the age of 10. Despite experiencing much physical pain in my childhood, I still have sweet memories of riding horses with my cousin, playing “horses” with my Breyer horse collection and reading the black … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Runnin’ Free Ranch