While so many associate Florida with the very touristy Disney World and party-hardy Fort Lauderdale, those-in-the-know can be found far away from the madding crowd in South Walton’s WaterColor. This idyllic community is the perfect getaway with its coastal dune lake — Western Lake — just made for kayaking, Grayton Beach State Park for hiking, the Gulf Coast for polishing up … [Read more...] about 2020 Crystal Charity Ball Silent Auction Item: WaterColor Private Home*
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Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party Lauds Mike Rawlings, ‘The Best Mayor We’ve Ever Had’
On the evening of Wednesday, September 4, Methodist Health System Foundation President Jim Johnston was talking with former Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings at a patron party in the middle of The Library of Kathy and Harlan Crow. The reason Rawlings, Johnston and other guests were gathered in the library: the 61st Dallas mayor had been selected to receive the foundation's 2019 Robert … [Read more...] about Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award Patron Party Lauds Mike Rawlings, ‘The Best Mayor We’ve Ever Had’
Terry Crews Recalled His “Toxic Male” Recovery At Annual Genesis Luncheon
Terry Crews was busting with man-ism on Friday, May 10, at the Anatole. As guests gathered in the Wedgwood Room for the VIP meet-and-greet, the former NFL player was the consummate man’s man as he talked with Genesis Women’s Shelter CEO Jan Langbein. His lavender pocket square matched his lavender shirt with white curved collar. Over in another part of the room, Terry’s wife … [Read more...] about Terry Crews Recalled His “Toxic Male” Recovery At Annual Genesis Luncheon
Northwood Woman’s Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Doug Montgomery Tickling The Ivories And Fundraising For Callier
Just a year after Northwood Women's Club President Vaughn Gross married her husband Tex Gross, the NWC was established by nine women, who wanted to contribute to their community while promoting social opportunities. Over the past 50 years, the membership has grown to such a size that they took over Venue Forty50 to celebrate the Club's golden anniversary just before noon on … [Read more...] about Northwood Woman’s Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Doug Montgomery Tickling The Ivories And Fundraising For Callier
2018 Crystal Charity Ball’s “A Celebration In Nouvelle-Orleans” Was Bonheur De L’Amour
For 2018 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Claire Emanuelson, the mega-fundraiser for Dallas County children, was a love letter to her hometown, 300-year-old New Orleans, as well as a loving tribute to her late mother. Working with Event Producer Tom Addis and her CCB posse of 99 women plus some sidekicks like Niven Morgan and Shelby Wagner, the Hilton Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom and … [Read more...] about 2018 Crystal Charity Ball’s “A Celebration In Nouvelle-Orleans” Was Bonheur De L’Amour
Spirit of Generations Luncheon Served Up “Little Known Facts” About Honorees Sandra And Henry Estess
On Wednesday, October 31, just before noon, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons organizers were setting up their booth for their annual meeting from November 1-4. Ironically, The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon VIP reception was taking place in the Chantilly Room. The irony wasn’t lost on one guest, who laughed as he entered the reception in the … [Read more...] about Spirit of Generations Luncheon Served Up “Little Known Facts” About Honorees Sandra And Henry Estess
Crystal Charity Ball’s Circle Of Angels Dinner Dazzled In Candlelight With New Orleans Cuisine
Despite the need to build an ark, North Texas philanthropists steered their way to Brook Hollow on Wednesday, October 17, for Crystal Charity Ball’s Circle of Angels seated supper sponsored by Deloitte. This group is considered the top-most tier of the CCB donors, providing $25,000 or more to benefit this year’s Dallas children’s nonprofits including After-School All-Stars … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball’s Circle Of Angels Dinner Dazzled In Candlelight With New Orleans Cuisine
New Friends New Life’s ProtectHER Award Winners Are Revealed At 20th Anniversary Luncheon Launch Party
When more than 60 guests gathered on Tuesday, October 9, for the launch party for New Friends New Life's 20th Anniversary Luncheon, the nonprofit's milestone luncheon was exactly 30 days away. And according to NFNL CEO Kim Robinson, that was probably a good thing. "We've still got some work to do," Kim told the kick-off crowd at the home of Gigi and Roy Salley. "We still need … [Read more...] about New Friends New Life’s ProtectHER Award Winners Are Revealed At 20th Anniversary Luncheon Launch Party
Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Reception Filled Carolyn And David Miller’s Home Inside And Out
The valets of the Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board get together on Thursday, April 5, were told to expect 50 cars. But the line of cars around Carolyn and David Miller’s marvelous Highland Park home was so full that the number had to be beyond the predicted count. But that was to be expected, since the invitees included the 2018 CCB beneficiaries, the CCB advisory board … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Reception Filled Carolyn And David Miller’s Home Inside And Out