Originally Presidents Day was created to celebrate George Washington's birthday (February 22, 1732). About 77 years later, on February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln was born. Following Lincoln's death, states wanted to honor the presidents. Some for Washington; some for Lincoln; some for both. But thanks to the 1968 Uniform Monday Holiday Act, the holiday became known as Presidents … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Monday Is Presidents Day And A Bit Of A Quagmire
Dallas Arboretum
MySweetWishList: Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden
According to Dallas Arboretum Board Member, donor and volunteer Pierce Noble, “The holidays are about giving, and our wish for the community is to give to help children have access to the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Children’s Adventure Garden is a magical eight-acre scientific garden that teaches … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden
Grovel Alert: Wilkinson Center’s Inaugural “Pantry In The Park”
It's always so hard to get a first time event rock 'n rolling. But if you have a core of fans and an amazing cause, you might surprise yourself. That's exactly what's happening over at Wilkinson Center for its new fundraiser — Pantry in the Park presented by Herbalife Nutrition Foundation. Scheduled for Friday, November 10, at the Arboretum, it's nearing a sell-out … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Wilkinson Center’s Inaugural “Pantry In The Park”
SweetDeal!: Dallas Arboretum’s August $3 Special Is Bubbling With Cool Activities For Kids Of All Ages
While it may seem hot enough to roast a turkey on the sidewalk, the Dallas Arboretum is cooling down its admission fees for August. To gin up folks strolling the grounds for the entire month, general admission will be $3 per person. For another $3 per person, the Rory Meyer Children's Adventure Garden will be a site to behold and enjoy for kids of all ages. If you … [Read more...] about SweetDeal!: Dallas Arboretum’s August $3 Special Is Bubbling With Cool Activities For Kids Of All Ages
JUST IN: William McRaven To Be Honored And Interviewed By Kay Bailey Hutchison At Great Contributors Dinner
Former Ambassador to NATO/U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison is returning to the Dallas Arboretum's Great Contributors Dinner on Sunday, November 5. Unlike last year's fundraiser where she was the honoree, she will be interviewing the 2023 honoree Ret. U.S. Navy Four-Star Admiral/New York times Best-Selling author William H. McRaven. During his tenure in the Navy, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: William McRaven To Be Honored And Interviewed By Kay Bailey Hutchison At Great Contributors Dinner
The Timing Of This 4th Of July Holiday Celebration Time-Off Is A Bit Of A Brain Scratcher
Perhaps next week should just be canceled. While that shocking idea sinks in, just think how Independence Day falling on a Tuesday creates all types of scheduling challenges and/or opportunities. Over the past months event organizers have been scratching their heads about the timing to celebrate the red-white-and-blue. All types of decisions were made. Klyde Warren … [Read more...] about The Timing Of This 4th Of July Holiday Celebration Time-Off Is A Bit Of A Brain Scratcher
Dallas Arboretum’s Sixth Annual Food and Wine Festival Had Bites, Sips, Blooms And 1,700 Guests
At the Dallas Arboretum's Sixth Annual Food and Wine Festival on Thursday, March 23, Chef Sharon Van Meter took a pause from the hustle-bustle to chuckle about her service as the festival's Chef Chair once again. "I've done it every year," she said. "And believe it or not, every year I say, 'I'm not doing it.' Then I do it!" Sharon had to be pleased she signed on … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum’s Sixth Annual Food and Wine Festival Had Bites, Sips, Blooms And 1,700 Guests
January’s Final Hours Of Chill Transition To A Friendlier Future Via February’s Brief Cold Shoulder
Today three types of North Texans are emerging in a day of frigid temps and thunder sleeting. There were those who opted to stay put and not play slip-and-slide on area roads. Thanks to the pandemic regime and limited power outages, many were able to literally Zoom work from home. As a result, the Dallas Arboretum, Dallas Zoo and others are not open. Then there were … [Read more...] about January’s Final Hours Of Chill Transition To A Friendlier Future Via February’s Brief Cold Shoulder
(Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun
Lighting is gonna strike a couple of North Texas parks next week. No, not bolts of lightning but rather tree lightings to brighten up the holiday season. While the Dallas Arboretum's "Holiday at the Arboretum" is already ablaze with thousands of lights and activities thanks to Reliant, a couple of the very family-friendly, free "brilliant" occasions will start on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about (Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun
Daylight Saving Time Payback Is Sunday, With Interest
Have you ever had somebody owe you some money and wondered if they were ever going to pay it back? And when they did, wasn’t there a sigh of relief? Well, back on Sunday, March 13, the powers-that-be borrowed an hour out of your day when Daylight Saving Time began. This Sunday you’re getting that hour back at 2 a.m., with interest — a beautiful day with temperatures in … [Read more...] about Daylight Saving Time Payback Is Sunday, With Interest
SOLD-OUT ALERT!: Dallas Zoo’s Dollar Days
If you had your heart set on taking advantage of the Dallas Zoo’s Dollar Days on Thursday, July 21, and Thursday, August 11, calm your heart down. The Amazon sponsored events are already sold out. So don't fight the temptation to venture to the zoo on the hope of sweet-talking your way in. Not only won’t it work, but there’s no need to venture out in this heat for a … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT ALERT!: Dallas Zoo’s Dollar Days