According to Klyde Warren Park Board Member Myrna Schlegel, “The Park’s only annual fundraiser, Party in the Park, is scheduled for Thursday, October 12. My husband, Bob, and I are delighted to serve as honorary co-chairs for 2023. Our son Kirby and daughters Kim, Krystal and Kari are the event co-chairs. It will be a family affair for us!” "Located in the … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Klyde Warren Park’s 2023 Party In The Park
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The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
For decades The Sweetheart Ball has raised funds for North Texas researchers in their efforts to battle heart disease. On Saturday, April 29, 280 guests in black tie and gowns celebrated 2023 Chair Amy Prestidge's fundraising leadership with the ball at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Instead of a battlefield, the Club was transformed into an exquisite garden setting from … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
Who would have believed that North Texas weather was still chilling, barely hitting 70 on Thursday, April 28? That alone, plus the threat of rain, might have resulted in guests just staying at home rather than attend a patron party. Happily such was not the case for The Sweetheart Ball gathering on the eve of the legendary fundraiser for heart disease research in North … [Read more...] about Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
Troy, Dak, Romo, Hilton, Rothschild, Miss Texas Rallied For Children’s Cancer Fund Munchkin Super Heroes
As the Children's Cancer Fund model kids were gathering in the Hilton Anatole's Wedgwood Room and its foyer on the evening of Friday, April 21, one little fellow was opening a bag of goodies. To the delight of family and friends, he pulled out a plane for a perfect cellphone shot. While the kids would be on the runway later, the event's top sponsors were being directed … [Read more...] about Troy, Dak, Romo, Hilton, Rothschild, Miss Texas Rallied For Children’s Cancer Fund Munchkin Super Heroes
AWARE Affair 2023 Shone The Spotlight On Fighting Alzheimer’s At Lighthouse ArtSpace
AWARE Dallas literally took the art of battling Alzheimer's to heart with its theme "An Artful Evening of Advocacy Fighting Alzheimer’s" on Friday, April 14. With Lighthouse ArtSpace's walls displaying Monet and Impressionists Immersive Experience, Booker T. Washington High School of Performing and Visual Arts interpretive dancers performed to the delight of the guests, who … [Read more...] about AWARE Affair 2023 Shone The Spotlight On Fighting Alzheimer’s At Lighthouse ArtSpace
JUST IN: 2023 Party In The Park Family Leadership And Presenting Sponsor Revealed
When it comes to a stellar party, the name Schlegel is usually in the neighborhood. Whether it’s taking over the Meyerson Symphony Center or spearheading a fundraiser for a non-profit, this philanthropic family knows how to celebrate the occasion with all the right elements. So that’s why the grounds of Klyde Warren Park will be the perfect venue for the Schlegels making it … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Party In The Park Family Leadership And Presenting Sponsor Revealed
Even Rainy Weather Couldn’t Dampen The Overflowing Crowd For NorthPark Ambassadors’ Dinner
Due to the number of guests, this year's NorthPark Ambassadors dinner at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek was reconfigured. Instead of the dinner on the Veranda, it required the main dining room for both the dinner and cocktail party with two rows of tables extending from the fireplace across the room. As the Ambassadors (Lindy Berkley for Ronald McDonald House of … [Read more...] about Even Rainy Weather Couldn’t Dampen The Overflowing Crowd For NorthPark Ambassadors’ Dinner
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner
Despite the threat of rain on Monday, March 27, the turnout for the NorthPark Ambassadors dinner at the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek was overwhelming. So many accepted that the traditional dinner on the hotel’s Verandah had to be moved to the main dining room. And as lovely as the table settings were, the Ambassadors Lindy Berkley for Ronald … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 NorthPark Ambassadors Dinner
AWARE Affair Silent Auction Is Online Now For Friday’s AWARE Dallas Fundraiser
With the 2022 AWARE Affair's "Soaring to New Heights Fighting Alzheimer's" taking place this Friday at Star Skyline Hangar at the Braniff Centre, AWARE Dallas President Karisti Julia, Event Chair Sharon Ballew and Co-Chair Mari Epperson have sent word that the silent auction is already available online here. In addition to an evening of cocktailing, dining and bidding, … [Read more...] about AWARE Affair Silent Auction Is Online Now For Friday’s AWARE Dallas Fundraiser
POSTPONED: The Center For Vital Longevity 10th Anniversary Dinner
The Center for Vital Longevity at the University of Texas at Dallas has been in operation for a decade. To celebrate that milestone, organizers decided to celebrate its anniversary and the Center’s Founder Dr. Denise C. Park’s understanding of "what make a mind vital and how to keep it that way for life.” As Denise described it, “The brain is giving up its secrets to us … [Read more...] about POSTPONED: The Center For Vital Longevity 10th Anniversary Dinner