Never let it be said that a threat of rain or even thunder will keep North Texas foodies and wine lovers away from a fundraiser. And when the event is nestled in loads of tents with dozens of talented chefs and wineries, it’s proof of their determination — as was the long backup of vehicles in the far right lane on Garland Road leading to the Dallas Arboretum for its 7th Annual … [Read more...] about Even Threats Of Storms Couldn’t Dampen The Arboretum’s 7th Annual Food and Wine Festival
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NorthPark Ambassadors Class Of 2024 Springs Forward Like April Flowers With Merchants on Board
Along with spring showers and flowers, the NorthPark Center’s 2024 Ambassadors program officially gets underway on this first day of April. Resulting from NorthPark’s 50th anniversary when it celebrated the North Texas non-profits, the Ambassadors program has annually tipped the chapeau to honor a collection of bona fide non-profit organizations that have made the area … [Read more...] about NorthPark Ambassadors Class Of 2024 Springs Forward Like April Flowers With Merchants on Board
Today’s Dallas Arboretum’s Food And Wine Festival Is On Come Rain Or Shine
Despite all types of threats of the wet stuff falling from the skies above, today's Dallas Arboretum's 2024 Food and Wine Festival is on. Arboretum veteran Marketing VP Terry Lendecker, who has been through ice storms, tornado threats and blistering heat, reported, "Yes, the weather is going to be challenging for us, but we have a good rain plan. Last year we had 3 tents in the … [Read more...] about Today’s Dallas Arboretum’s Food And Wine Festival Is On Come Rain Or Shine
2024 Dallas Blooms And Rory Meyers Children’s Garden Have A Picture-Perfect Return Saturday
While other parts of the country are being drenched or bracing for chilly temperatures, North Texans are wearing shorts, taking leisurely walks around their neighborhoods and hoping that the weather conditions stay put. Well, evidently Mother Nature seems to be giving the area a break after a couple of icy slams in past years. According to predictors, there are no … [Read more...] about 2024 Dallas Blooms And Rory Meyers Children’s Garden Have A Picture-Perfect Return Saturday
Chef Sharon’s Fav Things Will Be An Evening Of Food, Wine And Strolling At The Arboretum
If you're totally turkeyed out, take heart. That ever-loving Chef Sharon Van Meter feels your pain and has come up with the perfect respite. On Tuesday, November 28, from 6 to 8 p.m., she'll share her "Favorite Things: A Dallas Arboretum Food And White Festival Event." Showcasing the yummy goods thanks to Sharon's foodie pals like Chef Nikky Phinyawatana of Asian … [Read more...] about Chef Sharon’s Fav Things Will Be An Evening Of Food, Wine And Strolling At The Arboretum
JUST IN: Sabina Carr Returns To Dallas To Succeed Mary Brinegar As Arboretum President/CEO
There are a couple of touches of irony sprouting from the Dallas Arboretum’s announcement this morning. In addition to today being Mary Brinegar’s birthday, it was just a year ago today that Mary announced her plans to retire from her position as president/CEO of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. So, after a yearlong search, the Arboretum Board of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sabina Carr Returns To Dallas To Succeed Mary Brinegar As Arboretum President/CEO
Mary Brinegar’s Retirement Party Was Cheers And Tears For The Arboretum’s Gardener-In-Chief
Dallas Arboretum President/CEO Mary Brinegar's farewell-to-arms retirement gathering on Friday, June 9, in the Arboretum's Rosine Hall had plenty of arms wrapped around the honoree. It was a combination of cheers for the decades of bringing out the best in Mother Nature, and tears for her ending a period in which the Arboretum dramatically grew in size and stature, becoming a … [Read more...] about Mary Brinegar’s Retirement Party Was Cheers And Tears For The Arboretum’s Gardener-In-Chief
Mad Hatter’s Collection Of Judges Is Indeed A Royal Feast Of The Fashionable And Brit-Loving
After eons of pandemic recovery, Tsunami Thursday has come roaring back into place for North Texas by-invite-only non-profit events. Just last night valet parkers were on the streets and folks were either making Solomon-like choices or trying to make at least two private parties. Over at Pam and Vin Perella’s Beverly Drive palazzo, The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Collection Of Judges Is Indeed A Royal Feast Of The Fashionable And Brit-Loving
Will McDaniel To Chair Arboretum Board 2023-2024 With Regina Montoya Serving As Chair-Elect
While the Dallas Arboretum gardeners and groundskeepers are preparing for the transition from 2022 holidays to 2023 Dallas Blooms that officially launches on Saturday, February 25, the 2023-2024 leadership and members of the Arboretum’s board have just been announced. Heading up the board as chair for a two-year term is Will McDaniel with Regina Montoya taking over the … [Read more...] about Will McDaniel To Chair Arboretum Board 2023-2024 With Regina Montoya Serving As Chair-Elect
Walkabouts Dallas Arboretum And Dallas Zoo Are Kicking Off 2023 With Special Discounts
With North Texans thawing out after the Christmas week freezer, Mother Nature is providing more user-friendly temperatures with nary a mention of freezing degrees in the future. A couple of North Texas walk-about venues are celebrating the better weather and new year with their annual bargains for January. The Dallas Zoo will kick off its annual Penguin Days special with … [Read more...] about Walkabouts Dallas Arboretum And Dallas Zoo Are Kicking Off 2023 With Special Discounts
At The Arboretum’s Great Contributors Dinner With Laura Bush And Kay Bailey Hutchison, The Spotlight Shines On Mary Brinegar
The Great Contributors Dinner, the signature annual fundraiser for the Dallas Arboretum, couldn't have had better chairmen when it convened on Tuesday, November 15, to honor former Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, with a special presentation to former First Lady Laura Bush. The evening's chairs were Marilyn and Ben Weber, which was fitting because Marilyn is an old friend of … [Read more...] about At The Arboretum’s Great Contributors Dinner With Laura Bush And Kay Bailey Hutchison, The Spotlight Shines On Mary Brinegar