Libby and David Hunt are widely known for their love of history and preservation from hosting Dallas Historical Society and La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas events at their previous residence. That’s why, when word came that the Hunts had purchased the stately Greek Revival mansion in University Park formerly owned by one-time Texas First Couple the late Rita and Bill Clements, … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Party Got A Dazzling Eyeful Oozing With History And Memories
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Reception
The 2021 Crystal Charity Ball underwriters found themselves being celebrated in a house made for Texas legends on Wednesday, November 10. It was at the former home of the late Rita and Texas Gov. Bill Clements in University Park. Now owned by history-loving Libby and David Hunt, the stately two-story colonial was a treasure perfectly blending the Hunts' antiques with the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Underwriters Reception
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows’ Pivoting Paid Off With New Format And Location
The 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows were a gamble for both CCB and Neiman Marcus NorthPark. To take over a vast part of the store for one production was challenging enough. But to hold a morning event including a reception, fashion presentation and brunch and do a repeat less than two hours later for an afternoon tea was rather daunting. And adding to the equation was … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows’ Pivoting Paid Off With New Format And Location
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows
Last year it was a big move and news that the annual Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show and Luncheon was picking up and moving north to NorthPark. But despite the best efforts of 2020 CCB Chair Tucker Enthoven and 2020 Fashion Show Chair Margaret Hancock, it wasn’t meant to be, courtesy of the stringent pandemic restrictions. But those efforts were dashed to the curb. … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows
Tom Thumb And Albertsons Companies Foundation To Return as 2021 Celebrating Women Luncheon Presenting Sponsor
Great news to start the week! 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon and Elizabeth Gambrell, Underwriting Chair/sisters-in-law Amy Hegi and Libby Hegi and Honorary Co-Chairs Gene Jones, Charlotte Jones, Karen Jones and Lori Jones have sent word that Tom Thumb and Albertsons Companies Foundation will return as presenting sponsor for the 22nd annual fundraising luncheon … [Read more...] about Tom Thumb And Albertsons Companies Foundation To Return as 2021 Celebrating Women Luncheon Presenting Sponsor
JUST IN: Award-Winner Patricia Arquette To Serve As 22nd Annual Celebrating Women’s Featured Speaker
Like in any business, there are families that pass along their talents and interests down through the generations. In the entertainment industry such dynasties include names like Huston, Barrymore, Fonda, Howard, Douglas, Bridges and Arquette. That last name may surprise some folks, but the Arquette family roots reach back to vaudevillian Charles Arquette, whose son (Clifford … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Award-Winner Patricia Arquette To Serve As 22nd Annual Celebrating Women’s Featured Speaker
JUST IN: 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon And Elizabeth Gambrell Reveal Details For the Annual Luncheon
Despite it being April Fool’s Day, Marybeth Conlon and Elizabeth Gambrell aren’t fooling around today. Besides having law degrees, cute husbands and adorable kids, they’re co-chairing the 2021 Celebrating Women’s Luncheon to battle breast cancer. Joining Marybeth and Elizabeth in the effort to create awareness and funding for breast cancer research and treatment is a … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Celebrating Women Co-Chairs Marybeth Conlon And Elizabeth Gambrell Reveal Details For the Annual Luncheon
JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon
It was back in 1956 when a couple of University of Kansas graduates exchanged vows. She was born in Wichita and earned her degree in political science; he was from Lawrence and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. Little did either of them know that the next 65 years would take them around the world thanks to his career in the energy industry, as well as their … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon
Dallas Museum Of Art Board Of Trustees’ 2020-2021 Officers And New Members Revealed
Dallas Museum of Art’s Board of Trustees is not letting COVID-19 slow them down. In planning for the DMA’s future, the officers and new trustees were just announced. The Board’s Nominating Committee Chair Catherine Rose Marcus revealed that the Board’s chair for an additional two-year term will be William M. Lamont Jr., joined by Catherine as president, Victor … [Read more...] about Dallas Museum Of Art Board Of Trustees’ 2020-2021 Officers And New Members Revealed
The Female Force In Philanthropy Was A Very “Town And Country” Affair At Dallas’ Hotel Crescent Court
There's an expression associated with the venerable Town & Country magazine that sums up its qualities of civility, sophistication and informality: "very Town & Country." The editor-in-chief of the 173-year-old publication seemed to have that in mind on Tuesday, October 29, when she welcomed guests to the magazine's Philanthropy Series event at Dallas' Hotel Crescent … [Read more...] about The Female Force In Philanthropy Was A Very “Town And Country” Affair At Dallas’ Hotel Crescent Court
The Sweetheart Ball New Member Tea Provided Information About UT Southwestern’s Advancements In Dealing With Heart Disease
With North Texas in recovery mode following Sunday's straight line winds and tornadoes, fundraising activities were shouldering on. While the full committee of The Sweetheart Ball wasn't able to attend the New Member Tea on Thursday, October 24, at Michal Powell's home due to some members tackling home repairs/rebuilding, the vast majority were on hand to meet the new members … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball New Member Tea Provided Information About UT Southwestern’s Advancements In Dealing With Heart Disease