Those Dallas Museum of Art folks are so smart. With the winter chills finally being replaced with warmer temperatures, they have created one of the most exquisite reasons to stay put this summer in North Texas.Today the folks who have the top courtiers at their beck-and-call gathered for a sneak peak of "Dior: From Paris to the World." While mouths were dropping, eyes … [Read more...] about “Dior: From Paris To The World” To Big D Brilliantly Bows At The Dallas Museum Of Art
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Before Shovels Turn Dirt, There Is A Backstory About “Hope” Coming To North Texas
There's always a backstory. And when it comes to a capital campaign, it's a story that has been years in the making. Such was the case with the American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge coming to North Texas.Plans were announced in October 2012 by then-Baylor Health Care System President/CEO Joel Allison that “Baylor had been selected as not only the location of the newest Hope … [Read more...] about Before Shovels Turn Dirt, There Is A Backstory About “Hope” Coming To North Texas
DMA Exhibition Ambassadors To Enjoy Sneak Preview Of “Dior: From Paris To The World” Plus Much More
It was just a year ago that one of the Art Ball live auction items was a trip to Denver to tour the exhibition “Dior: from Paris to the World.” The exhibit in the Mile High City closed this past January and is now headed to the Dallas Museum of Art’s Barrel Vault. And you just know it’s going to be a brilliant presentation of more than 100 haute couture dresses, plus … [Read more...] about DMA Exhibition Ambassadors To Enjoy Sneak Preview Of “Dior: From Paris To The World” Plus Much More
Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
As the Texas Rangers were kicking off the last season at Globe Life Park against Chicago Cubs on Thursday, March 28, the SMU campus was filling with Lexuses, Mercedes and all types of high brows. It’s too bad the Rangers didn’t have Nancy Strauss Halbreich batting. In addition to being SMU’s 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardee, she literally proved to be the MVP at the annual … [Read more...] about Nancy Strauss Halbreich Accepts 2019 J. Erik Jonsson Ethic Award With A World-Class Grace
30th Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala Live Auction Fine Tunes Namedropping With One-Of-A-Kind Luxury
It’s too bad that the late Robin Leach hadn’t known Nancy C. and Richard Rogers. Alas, the poor chap didn’t get the chance to follow the couple on their various luxury jaunts around the world and pop some bubbly at their Cabo San Lucas hideaway — Villas Del Mar Cabo.Ah, but what Robin never experienced, a winning bidder at Friday’s Children’s Cancer Fund live auction … [Read more...] about 30th Annual Children’s Cancer Fund Gala Live Auction Fine Tunes Namedropping With One-Of-A-Kind Luxury
2018 Art Ball Auction Item #4: The Ultimate Cowboys Experience
It’s the newest star in North Texas special events… and it will always be a star thanks to Dallas Cowboys’ first couple Gene and Jerry Jones. In addition to being the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters, The Star in Frisco has been designed for every type of partying.For the winning bid on this Art Ball auction package, there will be a VIP guided tour for 20 followed by … [Read more...] about 2018 Art Ball Auction Item #4: The Ultimate Cowboys Experience
JUST IN: 2017 ReuNight Honorary Chairs Include Such Dallas Icons As Andersons, Joneses, Kirks, Nasher-Haemiseggers And A Pickens
The 2017 ReuNight Co-Couple Chairs Jennifer and Richard Dix and Kristi and Ron Hoyl are taking full advantage of having The Family Place’s high-roller fundraiser at the legendary Statler on Wednesday, November 8. After all, the former hotel had been the site of some of Dallas’ most memorable galas way back when. Ah, memories! For instance, that October 20 night in 1973 when oil … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2017 ReuNight Honorary Chairs Include Such Dallas Icons As Andersons, Joneses, Kirks, Nasher-Haemiseggers And A Pickens
Crystal Charity Ball Platinum Dinner Kicked Off The 2017 Fall/Winter Fundraising Season With Friends, Food And A Flourish Of Photos
Well, yahoo! The fall fundraising season of 2017 kicked off with a surprise refresh for an annual event! Once again the Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Platinum Dinner took place at the Dallas Country Club. But it had all types of adjustments and they were rewarded with a manicured thumbs-up.Sure, the evening of Tuesday, September 5, had a hint of a cool front. But it … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Platinum Dinner Kicked Off The 2017 Fall/Winter Fundraising Season With Friends, Food And A Flourish Of Photos
2016 Art Ball Auction Item #3: VIP Front Row Experience
In North Texas, not all art is confined to the AT&T Performing Arts District. There is a large number of folks who swear that Dallasites consider sports to be an art form. So, naturally 2016 Art Ball Live Auction Chair Trisha Wilson whipped up a live auction package that is strictly top-drawer sports for this Saturday's Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser. VIP Front Row … [Read more...] about 2016 Art Ball Auction Item #3: VIP Front Row Experience
Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Deliver With Women Of (All Ages) Distinction, While Another Sweetheart Disappointed Elsewhere
There you go! It’s those times where you try to multi-task and you totally mess up. That’s how Wednesday, November 19th started off. Drat!The Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas's "Women of Distinction" luncheon was a name-popping affair. Lifetime Achievement Awardee Gene Jones looked more spectacular than ever with white shredded-edge cuffs and collar. Such a fashion … [Read more...] about Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Deliver With Women Of (All Ages) Distinction, While Another Sweetheart Disappointed Elsewhere
Super Bowl XLV Wrap Up: Private Party At Victory Center, Hilary Swank in Preston Hollow, Maxim Party At Fair Park And Passby At Grey Goose
It's the final day of the media search for VIP encounters before the Super Bowl. After the Prince concert debacle, the media is a bit on edge on who is in town and who isn't. Rumors are flying that Brad and Angelina are holed up in a Beverly Drive mansion. The thought of trick or treating along Beverly passes quickly. Am hearing that the big blowout events with mega stars are … [Read more...] about Super Bowl XLV Wrap Up: Private Party At Victory Center, Hilary Swank in Preston Hollow, Maxim Party At Fair Park And Passby At Grey Goose