Sometimes things just don’t go as planned. And April of 2019 tested the patience and flexibility of event planners almost daily thanks to the weather. Originally, Klyde Warren Park President Kit Sawers had locked down the place, the people and all the details for the announcement of the annual October Park And Palate on Wednesday, April 17.But thanks to weather forecasts, … [Read more...] about Annual Park And Palate Details Announced For Klyde Warren Park’s October Fundraiser
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Lanes 2 Leaders Event Strikes A 300 Game In Support Of Readers 2 Leaders
The sounds of happy talk and bowling balls clattering down the lanes before striking pins filled the Bowl and Barrel on Thursday, April 4. But the noisy, carefree evening had a serious purpose: raising money for Readers 2 Leaders, a literacy program that provides underserved Dallas kindergarten and elementary students ages 3-12 with high-quality tutoring.The third annual … [Read more...] about Lanes 2 Leaders Event Strikes A 300 Game In Support Of Readers 2 Leaders
Sold-Out 2019 Cotes Du Coeur’s Live Auction Offers Everything From Emmys To Elephants
For the spring season’s grand finale of black-tie fundraising and lively auctions, the American Heart Association of Dallas’ sold-out Côtes du Coeur is going to pop the cork this Saturday at the Omni Dallas Hotel.Event Co-Chairs Laura and Eric Hutto have arranged to have the event start with a reception in the foyer letting the 1,100 guests check out the silent auction … [Read more...] about Sold-Out 2019 Cotes Du Coeur’s Live Auction Offers Everything From Emmys To Elephants
Ability Connection’s “Vine And Dine” To Benefit 1in5 And Honor DeeDee And Jim Lee
Back on June 15, 1953, the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Dallas County was established. Initially it provided a “sheltered workshop” for adults with cerebral palsy. By 1957 it had grown to offer a daycare and pre-school classes for youngsters with cerebral palsy. Over the years, the services and facilities grew as did the need. In 2011, UCP had grown to such a degree … [Read more...] about Ability Connection’s “Vine And Dine” To Benefit 1in5 And Honor DeeDee And Jim Lee
Art Ball 2019 Form And Function Auction Item #8: Terra De Promissio Experience In Dallas
Terra de Promissio may translate to “land of promise,” but it has become a work of love. Located in California's Sonoma Coast appellation, the 50-acre vineyard is considered the birthplace for the wine industry’s most impressive Pinot Noir grapes. Terra de Promissio owners Diana and Charles Karren selected the acreage specifically because it would provide the ideal conditions … [Read more...] about Art Ball 2019 Form And Function Auction Item #8: Terra De Promissio Experience In Dallas
Dallas Arboretum’s Vintners’ Dinner Was A Deliciously Beautiful Evening At “A Tasteful Place”
In the days leading up to Friday, March 22, weather guessers were rolling up their sleeves preparing for a rainy occasion. Little did they know that Dallas Arboretum President/CEO Mary Brinegar had made other arrangements.With After School Dallas taking place in Ginsburg Plaza and Rosine Hall and the seated dinner for the $500-per guest Vintner’s Dinner over at A … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum’s Vintners’ Dinner Was A Deliciously Beautiful Evening At “A Tasteful Place”
Despite The Chill Outside, 2019 Côtes Du Coeur’s Chefs Reveal Was Warmly Received In Sub-Zero Digs
There was a breakdown in communication for the 2019 Côtes du Coeur chefs reveal on Sunday, March 3, at Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove Showroom on Lemon Avenue. The invitations read that the shindig sponsored by American Airlines started at 5 p.m. According to the valets, the contract stated 5:30 p.m. Normally, it wouldn’t have been that big a deal. But on this Sunday evening, the … [Read more...] about Despite The Chill Outside, 2019 Côtes Du Coeur’s Chefs Reveal Was Warmly Received In Sub-Zero Digs
Symphony Of Chefs Celebrated With The Sound Of Music And The Aroma Of Chef-Prepared Meals
2019 Symphony of Chefs Co-Chairs Vinette and Mike Montgomery, Amy Pratt and Kaari and James Wicklund took over Sixty Five Hundred on Monday, February 25, with the help of nearly 30 chefs to create delicious meals complete with wine pairings for KidLinks. And what would a "symphony of chefs" be without music to go along with the aroma of meals being prepared. No problem. Not … [Read more...] about Symphony Of Chefs Celebrated With The Sound Of Music And The Aroma Of Chef-Prepared Meals
Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Childhood Antics And Elegant Suppings On March 22
The Dallas Arboretum is going to be a very, very busy place on the evening of Friday, March 22. There’s something for every taste in partying. From a grown-up playground at Rosine Hall to fine dining at A Tasteful Place, it’s going to be a-swarming with fundraising.For those who want to relive their best childhood antics, there’s Recess benefiting Dallas Afterschool. … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum Will Be Blooming With Childhood Antics And Elegant Suppings On March 22
2019 Cotes Du Coeur’s Big Bottle Reception Was A Real Cork Popper For Annual Fundraiser
With the 2019 Dallas American Heart Association's Cotes du Coeur on Saturday, May 4, approaching, Event Co-Chairs Laura and Eric Hutto arranged to have sponsors donate really "big bottles" on Thursday, January 24, for the annual wine auction. They even got Jennifer and Peter Altabef to open their fabulous home for the collection of bottles valued at $250+. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about 2019 Cotes Du Coeur’s Big Bottle Reception Was A Real Cork Popper For Annual Fundraiser
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