The 16th Annual Day At The Races (DATR) presented by Truist Bank was a little like the Kentucky Derby's photo finish — a scramble to the finish line. With the VIP reception of Turtle Creek Conservancy's signature fundraiser at Turtle Creek Park starting at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, the crowd was ready to break from the gate. But in this case it wasn't a starting gate. … [Read more...] about The 16th Annual Day At The Races Was Off And Running To The Photo Finish Line
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
After a couple of years of overcoming the challenges of COVID, restaurateur extraordinaire Abraham Salum probably thought the worst was behind him. That was until the early days of this past March, when the roof fell in on him. Well, not on Abraham himself but his beloved Salum Restaurant. It seems that the torrents of rain were just too much for the location on Cole at … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Midpoint Luncheon
Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s 2023 Day At The Races Kicked Off Artfully On Dragon
On Tuesday, February 21, North Texas got a taste of the spring/summer days to come with thermometers hitting the 90s — the perfect occasion for the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s kicking off the 15th Annual Day At The Races. Struggling through the drive-home traffic, ALG Collective on Dragon was well worth the effort for the nearly 100 guests to learn the plans for the … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s 2023 Day At The Races Kicked Off Artfully On Dragon
15th Annual Day At The Races Is Off To A Galloping Start For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser
Since the Pony Express isn’t still around, 2023 Day At The Races Co-Chair Katherine Wyker is using the U.S. Postal service to deliver the news about the Turtle Creek Conservancy fundraiser. After a roundtable of letter signing by Katherine, Underwriting Chair Gail Corder Fischer, Honorary Co-Chair Olivia Hasty, Ann Dyer, Sarah Dodd and Laura Floyd, TCC President … [Read more...] about 15th Annual Day At The Races Is Off To A Galloping Start For Turtle Creek Conservancy Fundraiser
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters’ Cocktail Party
As the 2022 Crystal Charity Ball fundraising was winding down, one of the last events to take place before the gala at the Hilton Anatole on Saturday, December 3, was the CCB Underwriter's Cocktail Party on Thursday, November 4. This year's event had Jennifer and David Lancashire's estate glowing thanks to committee members like CCB Chair Susan Farris, Underwriting Chair … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters’ Cocktail Party
Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies
Guests at Equest's Blue Ribbon Ball were welcomed to Texas Horse Park on Saturday, June 4, by the hosts themselves — including a few of the four-legged variety. The occasion was the 41st annual fundraiser for the non-profit, which provides equine-assisted therapy and counseling. After picking up refreshments at the "champagne wall" before entering the venue, the more … [Read more...] about Equest Blue Ribbon Ball Bubbled With Champagne, Scootin’ Boots And Posing Ponies
2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats
It's not every day that the fundraising chair is caught off guard at her own event. But that's what appeared to have happened for Visionary Luncheon Chair Libby Hunt Allred at the event benefiting the Retina Foundation at the Anatole on Tuesday, May 24. There was no hint what lay ahead during the VIP reception in the Plum Blossom Room that was filled to … [Read more...] about 2022 Visionary Luncheon Was A Feast For The Eyes And Ears With Tales From Sports Greats
A May Version Of St. Valentine’s Day Was A Sweetheart Of A Deal For Fashion Lovers
For some a 10 a.m. reception for a luncheon fundraiser might have seemed a wee bit early, especially on any Monday. Most folks are just emerging from their weekends to get a grip on the week ahead. But on Monday, May 16, following the Bryon Nelson's almost-win by local Jordan Spieth, the Dallas Stars loss to Calgary and the Mavs walloping the Phoenix Suns, this Monday should … [Read more...] about A May Version Of St. Valentine’s Day Was A Sweetheart Of A Deal For Fashion Lovers
Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrated The Late David Bruton Jr.’s Legacy And A Little Red-Haired Beneficiary
As proof that folks are eager to be back making the rounds, the patron reception for the Foundation for the Callier Center and Communication Disorders' Callier Cares Luncheon on Monday, April 11, was so jam-packed in the Dallas Country Club’s Founders Room that it spilled down the hallway. Among the crowd were folks like the Ruth and Ken Altshuler Callier Care Awardees the … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrated The Late David Bruton Jr.’s Legacy And A Little Red-Haired Beneficiary
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Callier Cares Luncheon
Despite having surgery scheduled just two days later, 2022 Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Stacey Walker had arranged for a program to show how the generosity of a long-ago North Texas philanthropist had benefited a six-year old youngster. Before the event at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, April 11, had even started, the VIP types like Foundation for … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Callier Cares Luncheon
“Art Of The Jewel” Was In Full Bloom With An Array Of Gems For The Dallas Museum Of Art League
After the past year’s stop-and-go-and-stop-and-finally scheduling, the Art In Bloom fundraiser to benefit the Dallas Museum of Art was taking place. Even the whispers of sleet couldn’t stop the guests from heading to the Dallas Museum of Art League’s lecture and seated luncheon on Monday, March 7. Doffing furry coats and pashminas, the ladies were greeted by a check-in on … [Read more...] about “Art Of The Jewel” Was In Full Bloom With An Array Of Gems For The Dallas Museum Of Art League