Before Savor the Symphony officially got started Thursday night at The Ritz, the size of the crowd was already impressive. According to organizers the fundraising event had achieved sold-out status quickly due to the pandemic’s limiting the attendance to less than 140. Another person laughed it was also because people were just wanting to get out and see … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Savor The Symphony At The Ritz Was A Gathering Of Music-Loving Friends
Barbara Bigham
AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark
For months leading up to the 2021 AWARE Affair: Celebrate the Moments — Alzheimer’s Myths Unveiled, one of the highlights was to be the evening’s surroundings. It was to be held on Friday, April 16, just after Easter at the Arboretum for guests to “joyfully meander along the tree lined paths.” But when the big day came, North Texas was drenched by hours of rain followed by a … [Read more...] about AWARE Affair Revealed Four Myths Of Alzheimer’s But Kept The Awardees In The Dark
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Annual Savor The Symphony To Be A Hybrid Event
As the COVID-19 vaccination rollout is recovering from the initial slo-mo debut, some fundraisers are taking steps to edge out of the total virtual event world. One example is the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League and its Savor The Symphony. Savor Chair Sharon Ballew is “taking the precautions necessary so it will be a hybrid event to be held as both a live and virtual … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Annual Savor The Symphony To Be A Hybrid Event
KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Came Together Remotely For Fashion, Food And Fundraising
KidneyTexas Inc. President Sandy Secor and The 2020 Runway Report Chair Sharon Ballew didn't let a little thing like a pandemic and its restrictions dim their mission to hold the annual fashion show/luncheon fundraiser. Working together with fashion producer Jan Strimple, Tootsies' team of Nerissa von Helpenstill and Dustin Holcomb, video producer Maurice Ballew and a bevy of … [Read more...] about KidneyTexas Inc.’s Runway Report Came Together Remotely For Fashion, Food And Fundraising
2019 Runway Report Covered A Lot Of Territory For KidneyTexas Inc.’s 20th Anniversary
KidneyTexas Inc. had a lot on its plate to serve up for its annual Runway Report on Tuesday, September 24, at Brook Hollow. And that was way before the Chicken Milanese was served at 12:45 p.m. Following the reception where guests sipped champagne and had the opportunity to purchase chance tickets at 10:30 a.m., the program got underway at 11:20 a.m. with KidneyTexas … [Read more...] about 2019 Runway Report Covered A Lot Of Territory For KidneyTexas Inc.’s 20th Anniversary
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”
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Vintners’ Dinner
Food and Wine Festival Chair Melissa Lewis decided to ramp up the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser from a one evening event to a three-day extravaganza including grazing, demonstrations and all types of edible activities from Thursday, March 21 thru Saturday, March 23. One of the highlights was Friday night’s Vintners’ Dinner in The Tasteful Place’s Charlotte and Donald Test … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Vintners’ Dinner
MySweetCharity Opportunity: A Tasteful Place Gala
According to Dallas Arboretum’s A Tasteful Place Gala Co-Chairs Barbara Bigham and Robin Carreker, We are thrilled to serve as chairs of the opening of A Tasteful Place, the Dallas Arboretum’s newest garden focused solely on all things food. Called “A Gala Garden Party,” we’re organizing one of the most exquisite events to open A Tasteful Place. Mark your calendars … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: A Tasteful Place Gala
Dallas Arboretum Women’s Council’s 2016 Mad Hatter’s Tea Ranged From Bounty Of Beauty To Beyond Belief
Not since the war between the States have two groups come face-to-face with such different views. That moment took place at the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s 2016 Mad Hatter’s Tea and Luncheon on Thursday, April 21. On one hand, many guests looked as if they were attending the opening day at the Royal Ascot with dazzling hats. Robin Carreker, Connie … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum Women’s Council’s 2016 Mad Hatter’s Tea Ranged From Bounty Of Beauty To Beyond Belief
Mad Hatter’s Fashion Show And Luncheon Patron Party At Betsy And Guinn Crousen’s Mansion Was An Over-The-Top Draw
The line-up of luxury vehicles pulling up to Betsy and Guinn Crousen’s palatial Highland Park digs was impressive just 10 minutes into the Tuesday, April 19, affair. The valet parking company had been advised to expect 50 guests, but that number ended up being tripled including Jocelyn White, Linda Spina, Barbara Daseke, Linda Ivy, Connie Carreker, Jennifer and Coley Clark and … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Fashion Show And Luncheon Patron Party At Betsy And Guinn Crousen’s Mansion Was An Over-The-Top Draw
Art In Bloom Had Tables Topped To The Hilt And To Impress Dr. Todd Langstaffe-Gowan
Breaking from the past of having fashions at the Art in Bloom luncheon, this year's Chair Barbara Daseke decided it might be more fun to have guests compete with table decorations following the presentation by British landscape historian Dr. Todd Longstaffe-Gowan on Monday, March 21, at the Dallas Museum of Art. Wise move because the guests really got into it. Here's a report … [Read more...] about Art In Bloom Had Tables Topped To The Hilt And To Impress Dr. Todd Langstaffe-Gowan