For simply ages, Maria Villanueva was known as the first lady of North Texas' Garden Gate. But the end of her life shattered her husband Junior Villanueva's world involving both his personal life and professional livelihood. Yes, her battle with cancer had taken a toll for months and years, but it wasn't until Junior was confronted with the fact that the battle was to end in … [Read more...] about Each Moment Matters Author Christy Cashman And Junior Villanueva Undertook Grief Via Different Journeys
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2024 The Sweetheart Ball’s Salute To Lyford Cay Club Warmed The Hearts Of Generous Guests
Evidently Mother Nature was having a hissy fit over not being invited to the 2024 Sweetheart Ball on Saturday, April 20, at Brook Hollow Golf Club. It was nothing personal, but who could blame the old gal? It was just that 2024 Ball Chair Heather Washburne already had a record-breaking number of 268 folks gobble up reservations for the annual black-tie gala. Knowing Heather, … [Read more...] about 2024 The Sweetheart Ball’s Salute To Lyford Cay Club Warmed The Hearts Of Generous Guests
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 The Sweetheart Ball
The very idea of women in elegant silk gowns having to wear cloaks and fur wraps in April may have seemed as foreign as having a submarine race along the Trinity, but that's exactly what happened for The Sweetheart Ball on Saturday, April 20. Despite 2024 Chair Heather Washburne's creating a fabulous version of The Bahamas' Lyford Cay Club complete … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 The Sweetheart Ball
2023 Crystal Charity Ball Dazzled With A “Starry Night” And “Simply Irresistible” Sound
On the night of Saturday, December 9, the Hilton Anatole's regular guests, many of them families clad in shorts and swimsuits, looked a bit startled as they walked through the lobby that was a “masterpiece” of people, fashion and décor. The picture-perfect scene was the setting for the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball. The evening's theme, “Masterpieces in the Making,” had ginned … [Read more...] about 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Dazzled With A “Starry Night” And “Simply Irresistible” Sound
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
The Hilton Anatole was transformed into a showcase of arts for the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball's "Masterpieces In The Making" event on Saturday, December 9. From the ballerina, sculptor and opera singer on pedestals in the entry hall to Van Gogh's look-alike dabbling on a canvas to capture a mammoth-size "The Starry Night," it was a kick-off to a night of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball
Doing The Most Good Patrons Didn’t Let A Chilly, Wet Night Keep Them From Celebrating At The “White House”
Despite the 50-degree weather and rain on Thursday, November 9, Lee Ann and Alan White 's driveway was already decked out in holiday lights for The Salvation Army of North Texas' 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon patron party. As Luncheon Co-Chairs Lisa Cooley and Lisa Singleton joined Lee Ann in welcoming guests, Alan reported that despite having lost 75 pounds in the past … [Read more...] about Doing The Most Good Patrons Didn’t Let A Chilly, Wet Night Keep Them From Celebrating At The “White House”
The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
Who would have believed that North Texas weather was still chilling, barely hitting 70 on Thursday, April 28? That alone, plus the threat of rain, might have resulted in guests just staying at home rather than attend a patron party. Happily such was not the case for The Sweetheart Ball gathering on the eve of the legendary fundraiser for heart disease research in North … [Read more...] about Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Patron Party
Despite a late spring chill coupled with the threat of rain, nothing could hold back The Sweetheart Ball patrons from attending the cocktail reception on Friday, April 28. In addition to supporting Ball Chair Amy Prestidge’s fundraising for heart disease research, the setting for the party was a sight to behold. Thanks to family connections that included Amy’s dad being … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Patron Party
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board Reception
The 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board reception on Thursday, March 9, seemed like a simple operation for hostess Michelle Collins. The attendance was going to be around 70 board members like Annette Simmons, representatives from the 2023 CCB seven beneficiaries (After-School All-Stars, Buckner Children and Family Services, Fair Park First, Family Gateway, Metrocare … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Advisory Board Reception