There’s an age-old adage that goes, “Never be in a picture with a kid or an animal.” Well, the sold-out crowd for the 2019 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon tossed that one to the wind with nary a care on Tuesday, October 1, at Brook Hollow Golf Club. With big hosses like Suzy 2 and Hombre looking quite gallant with their riders along the circular drive and the mini-horses … [Read more...] about A Mom Revealed How Equest Had Been Life Changing For Her Youngsters At Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon
With ponies posing for guests' selfies in the front lawn, it was pretty obvious that the annual Equest Women's Auxiliary Luncheon was getting underway at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Tuesday, October 1. Inside it was also a showcase of fashions both on the runway and in the audience. But before the first model appeared in Highland Park Village apparel, Luncheon … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Style Show Patrons Celebrated Equest’s Horsepower At Etro
It was no wonder that the Equest mini-ambassadors didn’t make it to the Equest Style Show and Luncheon patron party at Highland Park Village’s Etro on Wednesday, September 11. The parking lot was so jammed that it was the topic du jour. Even the use of the valet services had been slo-mo. One guest recalled how s/he had waited 30 minutes for their car to be found earlier in the … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Style Show Patrons Celebrated Equest’s Horsepower At Etro
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Ridefest
According to 2019 Ridefest Chair Lanee Grey, For 38 years, Equest has enhanced the lives of children and adults with diverse needs using horses to bring hope and healing through equine assisted therapies. The life changing work that happens at Equest on a daily basis could not be possible without their amazing herd of therapy horses. As a volunteer, I have been there to … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Ridefest
Boots And Salutes Patrons Hear Firsthand The Importance Of Equest’s Hooves For Heroes Program
As a warmup for Equest's Boots and Salutes at Texas Horse Park, a panel discussion was held at presenting sponsor CrossFirst Bank on Thursday, June 13, for the fundraiser's patrons. Guests learned how Equest's Hooves for Heroes program has been important for returning veterans. Here's a report from the field: On Thursday, June 13, guests filled the shimmering CrossFirst Bank … [Read more...] about Boots And Salutes Patrons Hear Firsthand The Importance Of Equest’s Hooves For Heroes Program
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Boots & Salutes
According to Boots & Salutes Co-Chair Carolyn Anderson, Boots & Salutes, presented by CrossFirst Bank, benefiting Equest’s Hooves for Heroes is almost here! I was immediately hooked by Equest because of the therapeutic services they provide to children and adults with diverse needs including veterans through their Equest Hooves for Heroes program. For me, it hit … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Boots & Salutes
JUST IN: Equest Scores A Record-Breaking $378,937 Thanks to Equest Gala
The Arabian Nights gala on Saturday, March 23, at Sixty Five Hundred paid off for Equest with big bucks. Tonight Equest Gala Co-Chairs Annie and Teal Griffeth presented a check — $378,937 that blew the hay out of the barn. The handover took place at Etro with Etro head lady Melinda Rathke hosting the check presentation after having just flown in on a bumpy flight from the Big … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Equest Scores A Record-Breaking $378,937 Thanks to Equest Gala
Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth Just Thought She Knew The POA For Arabian Nights
For a second night in a row, the weather guessers lost their bets. On Saturday, March 23, there had been all types of threats (i.e., the usual thunderstorms, lightning, hail, tornadoes, end-of-world scenarios, etc.). But it all held off. Didn't matter. The annual Equest gala fundraiser that had been held in years past at various outdoor venues like Dallas Equestrian Center and … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth Just Thought She Knew The POA For Arabian Nights
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Arabian Nights Gala
Despite the large-as-life green elephant statue across the way, the Equest mini-ambassadors decked out in costume attire held their own on Saturday, March 23, at Sixty Five Hundred. What brought the little horses and the pachyderm to the former Wisteria site was the “Arabian Nights Gala” benefiting Equest. With fortune teller Violette revealing fortunes and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Arabian Nights Gala
Dallas Arboretum’s Vintners’ Dinner Was A Deliciously Beautiful Evening At “A Tasteful Place”
In the days leading up to Friday, March 22, weather guessers were rolling up their sleeves preparing for a rainy occasion. Little did they know that Dallas Arboretum President/CEO Mary Brinegar had made other arrangements. With After School Dallas taking place in Ginsburg Plaza and Rosine Hall and the seated dinner for the $500-per guest Vintner’s Dinner over at A … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum’s Vintners’ Dinner Was A Deliciously Beautiful Evening At “A Tasteful Place”
Diane And Hal Brierley Ponied Up With Amigo And Hombre For Equest’s Arabian Nights Gala Patron Party
Up on the second floor of Diane and Hal Brierley’s home, resident Labrador Retriever KC knew something was going on downstairs on Wednesday, March 6. Parties were unusual for the household, but this time something was definitely different. Out front a trailer had pulled up earlier in the day and a couple of horses disembarked. Was KC getting new roommates? No, Equest therapy … [Read more...] about Diane And Hal Brierley Ponied Up With Amigo And Hombre For Equest’s Arabian Nights Gala Patron Party