According to Camp Summit Development Associate Keturah Gray, “For 75 years, Camp Summit has developed and delivered outdoor camping programs for children, adults and seniors with disabilities. In our barrier-free camp in Paradise, Texas, we offer a wide variety of traditional camp activities throughout the entire year. With week-long, weekend, and single day sessions, we are … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Camp Summit’s Boots And Bandanas Dinner And Auction
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MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
According to YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Board Chair Jill Magnuson, “It has been an honor to represent the Dallas YMCA throughout the past few years. It’s been incredible seeing firsthand how our community has stepped up to help those in need. 2021 has been a year of change and adaptation. At the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, we have been focused on meeting the needs that are … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
JUST IN: KidneyTexas Inc. 2019 Beneficiaries Announced
KidneyTexas Inc. President Sandy Secor went to camp recently. No, it wasn’t Camp Longhorn or Camp Waldemar. It was Camp Reynal. For one week in May/June, this residential camp hosted by Camp John Marc “provides a true summer camp experience for children with renal and urology disease.” The kids get to take part in swimming, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding and all types of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: KidneyTexas Inc. 2019 Beneficiaries Announced
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Camp Summit’s Boots And Bandanas Benefit Dinner And Auction
According to Camp Summit Development Associate - Special Events Georgia White, Camp Summit’s 17th Annual Boots & Bandanas Benefit Dinner and Auction presented by Berry Family Services is in full swing! Vivicare Health Partners owner Cole Ballweg is returning as the chair for Camp Summit’s Boots and Bandanas Benefit Dinner and Auction presented by Berry Family … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Camp Summit’s Boots And Bandanas Benefit Dinner And Auction
2016 Art Ball Auction Item #5: African Safari
2016 Art Ball Live Auction Chair Trisha Wilson practically considers South Africa a suburb of Dallas. Having discovered the wonders and beauty of the land and its people ages ago, the international designer invested her time, talents and ca-ching there by creating Izingwe Lodge. So, naturally Trisha wanted to include her home-away-from-home for the Dallas Museum of Art … [Read more...] about 2016 Art Ball Auction Item #5: African Safari
Hilton Anatole Koi Have New Fishing Holes
There was a big uh-oh about the Hilton Anatole’s plans to develop a new $15M outdoor water attraction on its grounds. Unfortunately, the hotel’s Koi pond was not part of the plan. Some folks worried that the residential fish would end up in the frying pan. No way! The Anatole’s management wasn’t going to let their fin friends be homeless or sushi. They arranged to have the … [Read more...] about Hilton Anatole Koi Have New Fishing Holes
Zoo To Do Party Animals Licked The Hands That Fed Them, Dipped In The Pool And Gave Zoo To Do Patrons “The Eye”
North of LBJ, Dallas honcho-types looked more like Justin Bieber groupies on Tuesday, September 15. The reason: the Dallas Zoo residents were garnering cellphone salutes at Barbara and Don Dasekes’ home overlooking a woodland for the Zoo To Do patron party. In one room was Kruger the owl giving everybody "the eye." In another was a South American three-banded … [Read more...] about Zoo To Do Party Animals Licked The Hands That Fed Them, Dipped In The Pool And Gave Zoo To Do Patrons “The Eye”
Dallas Historical Society Has A Touchdown With Texas Sports Legends At The Hall Of State During The Fair
Leave it to the Dallas Historical Society to set a mighty fine exhibition when the State Fair brings throngs of folks to Fair Park. Knowing how folks love sports, they are showcasing a collection of memorabilia that would set fans' hearts fluttering — Texas Sports Legend. From championship rings and belts, a Heisman Trophy to an Olympic unitard, all types of sports and champs … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society Has A Touchdown With Texas Sports Legends At The Hall Of State During The Fair
TACA RBC Wealth Management Custom Auction Item #7: Staycation In Downtown Dallas
Who has time to wander the world in search of the perfect retreat, when it lies just a quick ride away? This RBC Wealth Management TACA Custom Auction item is ideal for the four who want to get away from the ho-hum routine without really getting away. Staycation In Downtown Dallas* (Value: $17,500) Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, downtown Dallas has returned to its … [Read more...] about TACA RBC Wealth Management Custom Auction Item #7: Staycation In Downtown Dallas
Wells Fargo Presents A Check To Support Ability Connection Texas’s Aquatic Program At YMCA Park Cities
Summer and swimming are as closely connected as Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. However, along with the time of year and the activity comes the increase of drownings. Even healthy, strapping people will sheepishly admit they don’t know how to swim. It’s a real problem. For instance, this past year the Crystal Charity Ball committee provided funding for the Park South YMCA … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo Presents A Check To Support Ability Connection Texas’s Aquatic Program At YMCA Park Cities
Round Robin April 24: Camp Bette Perot Aquatic Center, Dallas Women’s Foundation Dinner And Soup’sOn! Check Presentation
The gals were busy, busy Thursday, April 24. No, they were white gloving it and sipping tea and munching cucumber sandwiches . . . not by a long shot. And then there was the party-hearty crowd celebrating the opening day of the John Wayne Film Festival at Gilley's with Pat Green on stage. Yahoo, baby! Camp Bette Perot Aquatic Center Groundbreaking It’s been a long time in the … [Read more...] about Round Robin April 24: Camp Bette Perot Aquatic Center, Dallas Women’s Foundation Dinner And Soup’sOn! Check Presentation