For some Julia Ormand gained fame for her roles in the glamorous entertainment business via such films as "Sabrina," "Legends of the Fall" and "First Knight." But that way of thinking took a major turn when she appeared as the keynote speaker for New Friends New Life's Annual Luncheon on Friday, November 4. Her advocacy for tackling the ugly issue of human trafficking is not … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s Annual Luncheon Scored A Home Run Thanks To Julia Ormand’s Advocacy
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The Weather And Volk Estate Setting Were Ideal For NFNL’s Patron Party And Guest Of Honor Julia Ormand
With blues skies and ideal temperatures, the New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon Platinum Reception took full advantage of the beautiful weather at Connie and Marc Siegel's Volk Estate contemporary homestead on Wednesday, November 2. Thanks to the open layout, guests easily went from check-in upon arrival at the circular driveway into the open, towering living room onto the … [Read more...] about The Weather And Volk Estate Setting Were Ideal For NFNL’s Patron Party And Guest Of Honor Julia Ormand
Award-Winning Actress/Activist Against Human Trafficking Julia Ormond To Keynote New Friends New Life Luncheon
When Julia Ormond was just a graduate from London’s prestigious Webber-Douglas Academy of Art at the age of 23, she suddenly found herself getting rave reviews in her first role as a drug addict daughter in the 1989 British television series “Traffik.” It didn’t take long for word to get around about the beauty with long brown hair who also had talent. In addition to landing … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Actress/Activist Against Human Trafficking Julia Ormond To Keynote New Friends New Life Luncheon
Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue
As the crowd of Genesis Luncheon VIPs gathered just outside the Anatole's Wedgwood Room, the Chantilly Ballroom was in the final stages of setting up. But even after that last piece of silverware was in place, the staff stood in place. For on the stage was Michael Bolton singing “Beautiful World.” As his voice filled the room, the staff was mesmerized for their own private … [Read more...] about Genesis Luncheon’s Michael Bolton Branded Domestic Violence As A Human Rights Issue
New Friends New Life Hybrid Luncheon Provided Greater Insight In The Lives Of Sex Trafficking Victims
While the surprise announcement of Jessica and Dirk Nowitzki's receiving the ProtectHer Award and the chat between award-winning Lupita Nyong'o and NBC 5's Laura Harris may have highlighted New Friends New Life's hybrid luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Friday, October 8, it was the takeaway testimonials by the newly created Alumni Circle that proved to be the real memory … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life Hybrid Luncheon Provided Greater Insight In The Lives Of Sex Trafficking Victims
New Friends New Life’s 2021 ProtectHer Award Recipients Announced At Outdoor Launch Party
Somebody wished upon a lucky star for the New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon Launch Party on Wednesday, September 21, to have clear skies. And what do you know? Their wish was granted for the invitation-only outdoor gathering at NFNL's headquarters, where Ruthie's Rolling Cafe and Baldos Ice Cream filled the menu bill for guests at socially-distanced tables. But the news of … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s 2021 ProtectHer Award Recipients Announced At Outdoor Launch Party