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2022 Flora Award Patrons Felt Right At Home In Barbara Hunt Crow’s Enchanting Manor

Nov 29, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite being the site of the Texas Discovery Garden’s 2022 Flora Award patron party on Tuesday, November 1, Barbara Hunt Crow’s home was far from being pretentious. As comforting as a mug of hot chocolate or a grandmother’s hug, every room was filled with sentimental touches reflecting her family plus antiques, needlepoint pillows, books and a Steinway piano. For instance, … [Read more...] about 2022 Flora Award Patrons Felt Right At Home In Barbara Hunt Crow’s Enchanting Manor

2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats

Aug 8, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

It's not every day that the fundraising chair is caught off guard at her own event. But that's what appeared to have happened for Visionary Luncheon Chair Libby Hunt Allred at the event benefiting the Retina Foundation at the Anatole on Tuesday, May 24. There was no hint what lay ahead during the VIP reception in the Plum Blossom Room that was filled to … [Read more...] about 2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats

RESCHEDULED: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest’s Visionary Luncheon

Jan 26, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The Retina Foundation Of The Southwest's major fundraiser — Visionary Luncheon — was originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 3, at the Hilton Anatole with fingers crossed that COVID would not be a problem. But something arose that changed the plans. And, no, it wasn't a virus. It seems that the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary is holding its Fashion Show and … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: Retina Foundation Of The Southwest’s Visionary Luncheon

Bigger-Than-Lifesize Butterfly Fluttered In To Cover For MIA 2021 Flora Awardee Big Tex

Dec 17, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

As congestion grew throughout the streets in the glow of sunset, a group of young people gathered on the Texas Discovery Garden’s Circular Lawn on Thursday, November 11. They were in the final stages of planning for a wedding that would take place over the weekend. Inside the Garden’s Grand Hall, 2021 Flora Award Co-Chairs Sarah Freeman, Rita Klein and Nancie … [Read more...] about Bigger-Than-Lifesize Butterfly Fluttered In To Cover For MIA 2021 Flora Awardee Big Tex

JUST IN: It’s “Fair” To Say Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award Honoree Is A True Texas Icon

Jul 28, 2021 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award is presented annually to honor “outstanding citizens and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to community service, education and the environment." In the past such recipients have included Lindalyn Adams, Allie Beth and Pierce Allman; Ruth Altshuler; Laura and George W. Bush; Mary Anne Cree; Barbara Hunt Crow; Nancy and Bob … [Read more...] about JUST IN: It’s “Fair” To Say Texas Discovery Gardens’ Flora Award Honoree Is A True Texas Icon

Saint QB Drew Brees Scored A Touchdown At Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon

Jul 16, 2020 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

It was one of the first signs of a change in protocol for fundraising activities. When Retina Foundation of the Southwest held its Visionary Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Wednesday, March 4, there was a table at each of the entrances inside the Dallas Ballroom. On the table was a jumbo size pump container of hand sanitizer. Not everyone took advantage of the offer, but … [Read more...] about Saint QB Drew Brees Scored A Touchdown At Retina Foundation’s Visionary Luncheon

SOLD-OUT And WAIT LIST Alerts: The Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon

Oct 24, 2018 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

If you had promised Carolyne Roehm to break bread with her at The Writer's Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon and haven't gotten your ticket, you're gonna disappoint Carolyne big time. The fundraiser on Wednesday, November 14, at the Dallas Arboretum with Carolyne and art historian/landscape designer Colta Ives is sold out. Not wanting to disappoint folks, Event Chair … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT And WAIT LIST Alerts: The Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium And Luncheon

Actress Jane Seymour To Join 2018 Each Moment Matters Honorees For Presbyterian Communities And Service Foundation Fundraiser

Sep 26, 2018 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Each Moment Matters Chair Fredye Factor and Honorary Luncheon Co-Chairs Kristina and Clark Hodges have announced that actress/artist Jane Seymour will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Presbyterian Communities and Services Foundation fundraiser. In addition to the former Bond girl/Dr. Quinn being at the podium on Thursday, October 4, at the Hilton Anatole, … [Read more...] about Actress Jane Seymour To Join 2018 Each Moment Matters Honorees For Presbyterian Communities And Service Foundation Fundraiser

JUST IN: 2018 A Writer’s Garden Will Be Blooming With Carolyne Roehm And Colta Ives

Jun 18, 2018 8:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

Award-Winning Henry Winkler Served Up Humor, Passion And Inspiration At Each Moment Matters’ Awards Luncheon

Nov 30, 2016 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Each time Henry Winkler comes to North Texas, he manages to actually make people realize that "The Fonz" was indeed an act. The philanthropist, businessman and family man speaks off the cuff to ... not at ... his audience, using memories of his past, G-rated rumor and lessons that all can share. That is exactly what happened on Friday, October 28, at the seventh annual Each … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Henry Winkler Served Up Humor, Passion And Inspiration At Each Moment Matters’ Awards Luncheon

Grovel Alert: Flora Award Dinner

Oct 16, 2012 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The Flora Award's black-tie dinner at Texas Discovery Gardens on Thursday, November 1,  honoring Barbara Hunt Crow is in a "grovel status" for tickets.The Gardens themselves are such a treat and treasure, but the idea of dining there and honoring Barbara has created the almost-sold-out situation this soon.In addition to being heavily involved with Texas Discovery Gardens … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Flora Award Dinner

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