Despite the past days being both Father's Day and the Juneteenth three-day holiday weekend, the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum didn't take a time out. Last night at Wendy Hansen's home Women's Council President Karen Sargent along with 2023 "A Writer's Garden" Co-Chairs Sharon Ballew and Mari Epperson announced plans for the 2023 Fundraiser that include the Mueller … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Writer’s Garden Speakers To Share Insights About Hillwood Estate, London And West Sussex
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Lady Fiona Carnarvon Delighted A Writer’s Garden Guests With Her Tales Of Highclere Living
As the first brisk morning of fall 2022 filled North Texas, the Dallas Arboretum was already starting to bulge with cars lining up for parking on Tuesday, October 18. But a few cars were directed over to A Tasteful Place where the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum's A Writer’s Garden VIP reception was taking place with the big draw being a photo opp with A Writer’s … [Read more...] about Lady Fiona Carnarvon Delighted A Writer’s Garden Guests With Her Tales Of Highclere Living
A Slight Brouhaha Over A Snapshot Interrupted A Writer’s Garden Patron Party’s Protocol
With British Royals showing the decorum of pomp and circumstance still top of mind following the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, there should have been a stiff upper lip for North Texas events ... especially with one of the Brits’ upper crust in attendance. So the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s A Writer’s Garden’s timing was right on target with its Royal Noble and … [Read more...] about A Slight Brouhaha Over A Snapshot Interrupted A Writer’s Garden Patron Party’s Protocol
The Writer’s Garden’s Trio Of Authors “Rose” Above And Beyond For The Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum
From decor to dress to discussions, the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum's 15th Annual A Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon lived up to its "Everything's Coming Up Roses" theme on Tuesday, November 16. Presenting a trio of authors — G. Michael Shoup, Bettie Bearden Pardee and Susan Sully — Women's Council President Lisa Loy Laughlin, Event Chair Sandy Ammons … [Read more...] about The Writer’s Garden’s Trio Of Authors “Rose” Above And Beyond For The Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum
A Writer’s Garden Reveal Party Included An Author With “Twisted Retribution” On The Table
While The Writer’s Garden Reveal Party on Wednesday, June 16, at Donna and Herb Weitzman’s home may have caused a bit of a backup on Lovers Lane with cars trying to drop off guests, the news was not limited to the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s fundraiser authors (Bettie Bearden Pardee, Susan Sully and Dr. Bill Welch). As the flow of guests like Bettina Hennessey, … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Reveal Party Included An Author With “Twisted Retribution” On The Table
A Passing: Jocelyn White
There are people who just walk into a room and hardly anyone notices the new arrival. Then there are people who light up the room just standing in the doorway. Jocelyn White was the poster child for the latter group. It wasn’t the smile that shone like the ivories of a Steinway baby grand, the laughing brown eyes or even the hour-glass figure. It was the whole package … [Read more...] about A Passing: Jocelyn White
2020 Writer’s Garden Will Feature A Couple Of “Fine” And “Farmer” Types To Delight Guests
One of the area’s ultimate favorite drop-by guests is Georgia born-and-bred darling James Farmer III. While he may have roots in Perry, Georgia, he’s right at home in any country club surrounded by the most gel-nailed gardeners. That’s why the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum was thrilled to announce that James would be one of their speakers for its Writer’s Garden. How … [Read more...] about 2020 Writer’s Garden Will Feature A Couple Of “Fine” And “Farmer” Types To Delight Guests
JUST IN: 2018 A Writer’s Garden Will Be Blooming With Carolyne Roehm And Colta Ives
The 2018 A Writer’s Garden program was just revealed by Event Chair Michelle Mew at Barbara Hunt Crow’s home to an invitation-only crowd that included Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum President Linda Spina, Venise Stuart and Donna Darling. The annual Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser will return to the Arboretum’s Rosine Hall on Wednesday, November 13, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 A Writer’s Garden Will Be Blooming With Carolyne Roehm And Colta Ives
As “A Writer’s Garden” Symposium And Luncheon Nears, Patrons Gather At Diane And Scott Sealy’s For Sipping And Sampling
Just days before "A Writer's Garden" at the Dallas Arboretum, Diane and Scott Sealy hosted at cocktail reception on Monday, October 30, at their home complete with the pre-event book sales, food and foodies from Edible Dallas and Fort Worth. Here's a report from the field: The Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden held a reception for the patrons … [Read more...] about As “A Writer’s Garden” Symposium And Luncheon Nears, Patrons Gather At Diane And Scott Sealy’s For Sipping And Sampling
A Writer’s Garden Plans Announced With A Taste Of “Authentic Texas”
There’s a mistaken belief that the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s only claim to fame is its annual Mad Hatter’s Tea in the spring. Not so. For 35 years, the organization has been responsible for A Woman’s Garden’s development, maintenance and endowment and that takes more funding than a tea party can provide. That’s why they established “A … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Plans Announced With A Taste Of “Authentic Texas”
A Writer’s Garden Featured Three Authors Plus A First Look At The Dallas Arboretum’s 12 Days Of Christmas
Everyone was in various stage of election recovery on Thursday, November 6. In the shadow of downtown Dallas, CitySquare had celebrated the official opening of its much-needed 52,000-square-foot expansion with a host of dignitaries and supporters like County Court Commissioners Clay Jenkins and John Wiley Price. Over at the Dallas Arboretum, the annual Writer’s Garden … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Featured Three Authors Plus A First Look At The Dallas Arboretum’s 12 Days Of Christmas