Leave it to the Friends of Wilkinson's Spirit of Taos to have the best time raising funds for the Wilkinson Center. And that's exactly what happened on Friday, October 15, at the Arts District Mansion. But this year in addition to the entertainment, the supper and auctions, there was the addition of the renowned "unplugged" sports icon Dale Hansen, who served as emcee. Ah, but … [Read more...] about Spirit Of Taos Was A Spirited Affair With Dale Hansen Claiming It Was Actually His Retirement Party
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Sold-Out Alert!: The Spirit Of Taos
Despite postponements and cancellations of events, some are still charging ahead with success for the fourth quarter of 2021. In fact, Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos Co-Chairs Karrie Cato, Ida Gleaton and Lindsay Morris and Friends of Wilkinson Center President Caitlin Hyatt have just announced that the fundraiser on Friday, October 15, at Arts District Mansion is sold … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: The Spirit Of Taos
MySweetOpportunity: The Spirit Of Taos
According to Friends of Wilkinson Center President Caitlin Hyatt, “We hope the community will join the Friends of Wilkinson Center for our seventh annual The Spirit of Taos presented by Reliant on Friday, October 15, at 7 p.m. at the Arts District Mansion, formerly known as Belo Mansion, in downtown Dallas. “Chaired by Karrie Cato, Ida Gleaton and Lindsay Morris, with … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: The Spirit Of Taos
Friends Of Wilkinson Center Are Bringing “The Spirit Of Taos” And Dale Hansen To Belo Mansion
Since pandemic cases have calmed down, DFW International, Love Field and private airfields have been in hyper drive with folks wanting to get out of town. But for those who aren’t too crazy over packing luggage and schlepping to other parts, the Friends of Wilkinson Center cuties are bringing Taos to North Texas for the 7th Annual Spirit of Taos. Co-Chairs Karrie Cato, Ida … [Read more...] about Friends Of Wilkinson Center Are Bringing “The Spirit Of Taos” And Dale Hansen To Belo Mansion
JUST IN: Pandemic-Born Get Shift Done To Receive Wilkinson Center’s 2021 Can Do! Award
The recipient of the Wilkinson Center’s 2021 Can Do! Award has been announced and it’s a timely one. 2021 Can Do Luncheon Chair Jan Worrall has just revealed that the award will be presented to Get Shift Done. If Get Shift Done is new on your North Texas nonprofit list, it was birthed as a result of the past year’s pandemic. Founded by Patrick Brandt and Anurag Jain, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Pandemic-Born Get Shift Done To Receive Wilkinson Center’s 2021 Can Do! Award
A Passing: Carol Reed
In an era when larger-than-life blondes like Molly Ivins and Ann Richards were busting through Texas political glass ceilings with the three S’s — savviness, self-confidence and a sense of humor — Carol Reed commandeered everything from four-top table negotiations to plans that changed the face of North Texas. It was mesmerizing to watch her work a conference room. Like a … [Read more...] about A Passing: Carol Reed
35th Anniversary Public Art Project Announced For Dallas Children’s Theater’s “Duet”
High atop the hill at Skillman and Northwest Highway, the Dallas Children's Theater is a brilliantly happy place where creativity and children thrive. To celebrate its upcoming anniversary, plans were announced on Tuesday, October 22, at KPMG Plaza at Hall Arts about "a 35th Anniversary Public Art Project to raise $500,000 for the commission and installation" of a sculpture by … [Read more...] about 35th Anniversary Public Art Project Announced For Dallas Children’s Theater’s “Duet”
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dream Builders Dinner
According to the Dream Builders Dinner Co-Chairs Diane and Mike Gruber, Jennifer and Tom Karol, and Lynn and Allan McBee,Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity’s first annual Dream Builders Dinner is a not-to-be-missed evening! Come hear how Habitat is doing more than ever to change the landscape of Dallas’ most deserving neighborhoods. Dallas Habitat will also announce its five-year … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dream Builders Dinner
Houston Texans Rookie Quarterback Deshaun Watson Brings His Life-Changing Story To Dallas Habitat For Humanity’s Dream Builder’s Dinner
While there appears to be no doubt who will be the starting quarterbacks for the Dallas Cowboys this year, down in Houston it’s a different story. The decision is making headlines whether it will be first-round pick rookie Deshaun Watson or veteran Tom Savage. Houston Texans coach Bill O’Brien suggested that Savage has the edge after working with the team for the past three … [Read more...] about Houston Texans Rookie Quarterback Deshaun Watson Brings His Life-Changing Story To Dallas Habitat For Humanity’s Dream Builder’s Dinner
Laura And George W. Bush To Serve As Distinguished Chairs For 14th Annual Texas Trailblazer Luncheon
And the big, boldface names just keep coming in for The Family Place’s 14th Annual Texas Trailblazer Luncheon. Co-Chairs Stephanie and Travis Hollman, Carol Seay and Stephanie Seay just reported that former first couple Laura and George W. Bush have signed on as the “Distinguished Chairs” for the Wednesday, September 17th fundraiser at the Anatole. But then what would … [Read more...] about Laura And George W. Bush To Serve As Distinguished Chairs For 14th Annual Texas Trailblazer Luncheon
JUST IN: WFAA’s Dale Hansen To Receive HeRO Award At The 21st Annual Genesis Luncheon On May 8
The 2014 Genesis Annual Luncheon was already headed for showstopping with best-selling author Pat Conroy as the featured speaker. But now word comes in from Event Chair Bunny Cotten that WFAA sportscaster Dale Hansen will receive the 2014 HeRO (“He Respects Others”) Award presented by the Genesis men’s auxiliary. Individual tickets for the May 8th luncheon at the Anatole … [Read more...] about JUST IN: WFAA’s Dale Hansen To Receive HeRO Award At The 21st Annual Genesis Luncheon On May 8