And the announcements and bargains keep rolling in. The Dallas Arboretum is the latest one to be busting with news. Once again The 12 Days of Christmas will be returning with its 25’-high Victorian gazebos thanks to Reliant from Saturday, November 9, thru Saturday, December 31.But new this year will be The Pauline and Austin Neuhoff Family Christmas Village made up of … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum Is Blooming With News About August And Early Christmas Special Deals
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KDC Joined The 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Into NorthPark Center With A “Mooving” Bison
NorthPark Center was in the final stages of moving in the 2019 Parade of Playhouses this past Friday morning. And wouldn’t you know it, just when it seemed like the 17 mini-mansions were all in place, Dallas CASA CEO Kathleen LaValle and NorthPark’s Lona Crabb decided that the CASA Critter didn’t seem quite right just east of the SouthCourt. Instead, it would be so much better … [Read more...] about KDC Joined The 2019 Parade Of Playhouses Into NorthPark Center With A “Mooving” Bison
Trailblazer’s Party At A “Royall” Spread Pumped Up Enthusiasm For The 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
As guests streamed into the beautiful home of Jennifer and Walker Royall on Thursday, May 16, for the Cattle Baron's Ball Trailblazer's Party, many couldn't wait to have their photos taken with country singer Keith Urban.Well, not exactly with Keith himself, but with a life-sized, cardboard cutout of the Aussie star. Keith will be headlining, of course, at the 2019 Cattle … [Read more...] about Trailblazer’s Party At A “Royall” Spread Pumped Up Enthusiasm For The 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Everybody Loved Patricia Heaton At Buckner International’s Hope For Children Dinner
Patricia Heaton left Debra Barone on the small screen and brought her mission to "help vulnerable people around the world" for Buckner International's Hope for Children dinner on Tuesday, May 7. In addition to posing with VIP types, she sat down withe WFAA's Cynthia Izaguirre to discuss "religion, family and service." Here's a report from the field:Emmy Award-winning … [Read more...] about Everybody Loved Patricia Heaton At Buckner International’s Hope For Children Dinner
JUST IN: 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Honorees Announced
The local Association of Fundraising Professionals leadership already has plans for the 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon in place. Event Chair Janet Sherlip has just revealed this year’s “The Stars of Texas,” who will be recognized at the Hyatt Regency.Drum roll, please.Outstanding Philanthropist — Donna Wilhelm nominated by World Affairs … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day Luncheon Honorees Announced
Alexa Conomos And Ron Corning Are Teaming Up Once Again To Provide “Aid For Elan”
While most North Texans are returning to their normal, air-conditioned lives with internet connections and brand new food, there are more than 500 folks who have found themselves more or less homeless. They are the people who until Sunday afternoon had called Elan City Lights home.Backstory: When the tropical storm-like winds hit Dallas Sunday, a construction crane smashed … [Read more...] about Alexa Conomos And Ron Corning Are Teaming Up Once Again To Provide “Aid For Elan”
Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
Sunday's devastating storm with its 70 MPH winds brought down trees, power lines and life in general for North Texas. Particularly hard hit was Dallas proper and the Park Cities. For some it was the loss of electricity for a few hours; for others, it's still lights out. From hundreds of stoplights and major retail centers to entire neighborhoods, it's been a rude awakening of … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Surprise Storm Brought Trees And Power Down, But Neighbors Rose To The Occasion
JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
Despite a full plate of activities including arrangements for its 100th anniversary celebration in three years and the current renovation of the Hall of State, the Dallas Historical Society team has lined up the 2019 Award For Excellence recipients. The class of 2019 will be include the following: Arts Leadership - Joan Davidow, supporter of local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Bus Tour
Despite hail and chilling weather, 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Pat McEvoy and her committee boarded a bus early Thursday, February 21, to learn about the ten Dallas children’s non-profits that will receive more than $6.8M.While some like Cristo Rey Dallas, For The Nations Refugee Outreach and Readers 2 Leaders were first-time beneficiaries, other like Child and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2019 Crystal Charity Ball Beneficiary Bus Tour
Junior League Of Dallas Celebrated 39 Area Nonprofits With A Grant Presentation And A Volunteer Fair
It's not every day that more than 35 North Texas nonprofits get grants and the chance to showcase their programs and offer volunteer opportunities. On Saturday, February 16, the Junior League of Dallas along with presenting sponsor Bank of Texas not did just that, but they held the day-long event at NorthPark Center!From the grant presentation in Neiman Marcus NorthPark's … [Read more...] about Junior League Of Dallas Celebrated 39 Area Nonprofits With A Grant Presentation And A Volunteer Fair
2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Holiday Party Was Full Of Christmas Cheer
Outside the sleek, contemporary Highland Park home of Jamie and Ian Charles, a child's fantasy-land of imaginative Christmas decorations welcomed guests in the front yard, from a huge colorful airplane and a Teddy Bear to oversized wrapped presents and Santa Claus with his reindeer. The fanciful decorations punctuated the scene perfectly when the 2019 Cattle Baron's Ball held … [Read more...] about 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Holiday Party Was Full Of Christmas Cheer