Despite the morning thunder-bumpers that rattled locals with memories of the past Thursday’s slam-bang-theater, Monday, October 6th’ evening was picture perfect. Perhaps former First Lady Barbara Bush had negotiated the deal with Mother Nature. Even though Barbara wasn’t on site, her presence was felt at the Meyerson from the VIP reception, presentation in the McDermott … [Read more...] about Barbara Bush Foundation For Family Literacy’s Celebration Of Reading Even Had The Deaf Interpreter Providing Giggles
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Share-A-Date: 11th Annual Celebration Of Reading
Monday, November 12, 2012: Our good buddy Carrie Eickenroht down Houston way just notified us that Barbara Bush and her posse have locked down the Meyerson for the 11th annual Celebration of Reading. And before you ask, "No," the authors haven't been selected yet. As soon as they're named, we'll have it for you. Must admit that each year there is a standout and this past … [Read more...] about Share-A-Date: 11th Annual Celebration Of Reading
Sorry, But Nobody Missed Wes Moore At Barbara Bush’s “Celebration Of Reading” Thanks To A Literary Smorgasbord
As mentioned earlier, former first lady Barbara Bush has begun the transition of A Celebration of Reading (ACOR). She'll still be involved as honorary chairman. Did you ever have a doubt? Nah! Monday night's 10th annual ACOR at the Meyerson was proof. While former President George H.W. Bush sat next to Caroline Rose Hunt on the Orchestra Terrace, grandson George P. Bush and … [Read more...] about Sorry, But Nobody Missed Wes Moore At Barbara Bush’s “Celebration Of Reading” Thanks To A Literary Smorgasbord
Update: Barbara Bush Foundation For Family Literacy Has Change In Leadership But Mother Bush Is Still Coming Monday
A couple of folks have inquired whether former First Lady Barbara Bush will be attending Monday's "A Celebration of Reading" at the Meyerson.As if wild horses could keep her from the annual Dallas fundraiser for literacy! Course, she "will definitely be there, other Bushes as well and a few surprises," according to Celebration of Reading's go-to-gal Carrie Eickenroht.The … [Read more...] about Update: Barbara Bush Foundation For Family Literacy Has Change In Leadership But Mother Bush Is Still Coming Monday
Barbara Bush, Jenna Bush Hager And Candice Crawford Chat It Up For Nexus Luncheon Crowd Including Tony Romo
From all appearances, the Nexus luncheon at Union Station today was going to be chock full of media challenges. It wasn't just the fact that the Bush twins, Jenna and Barbara, were the headliners. Nope. If you added in the moderator being Candice "Soon-To-Be- Mrs.-Tony-Romo" Crawford, then you bumped into coverage obstacles everywhere you turned. Game rules for media coverage … [Read more...] about Barbara Bush, Jenna Bush Hager And Candice Crawford Chat It Up For Nexus Luncheon Crowd Including Tony Romo
A Perfect Sunday Afternoon At White Rock For Former First Second Bush Family
On any beautiful Sunday there is a traffic backup on Lawther Drive both ways. This past Sunday there was a particularly interesting log jam in front of the house known for decades as Mount Vernon. More current estate watchers know that it is the home of Teresa and John Amend (pictured right with Teresa Amend). With police directing traffic and valets parking cars on an empty … [Read more...] about A Perfect Sunday Afternoon At White Rock For Former First Second Bush Family
Share-A-Date: Barbara Bush’s “A Celebration of Reading”
Monday, November 7, 2011: Despite the holidays, Barbara Bush is already working on the 10th annual "A Celebration of Reading." As you can guess, grandchildren Mandi and George P. Bush are ramrodding the event locally. We'll keep you up to date on who the authors will be. … [Read more...] about Share-A-Date: Barbara Bush’s “A Celebration of Reading”
Bushes Take Over Dallas For “A Celebration of Reading”
Dallas was definitely full of "bushes" last Monday. They flew in from Florida, Houston and the outer limits for "A Celebration of Reading." Why? When Barbara Bush puts on an event for the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, the grandkids come a-running. For a brief few hours, Dallasites felt like they were part of a Bush family reunion. But let's start at the … [Read more...] about Bushes Take Over Dallas For “A Celebration of Reading”