If ever there was a perfect day for outdoor activities in North Texas, today is just about at the top of the list. But 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley and their committee of 98 aren’t playing tennis, jogging or even sipping adult beverages on patios. They’re at Gilley’s setting up a massive room of silent auction items, stuffing favor bags, … [Read more...] about “True Grit” Tips For Saturday’s 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Fundraiser At Gilley’s
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2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Date And Venue Set
2019 Cattle Baron’s Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley have hardly had time to settle in their saddles and they’re already announcing some plans. Mark Saturday, October 19, for the 46th Cattle Baron’s Ball. It will be returning to Gilley’s to raise funds for cancer research and treatments in North Texas. And rest assured that it won’t conflict with the Red River … [Read more...] about 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Date And Venue Set
Insider Tips: 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Hints For Online Bidding And Saturday Partying
As the rains return and continue to fall this afternoon, the 100 Cattle Baronesses have been hard at work at Gilley’s preparing for Saturday night’s mega-fundraiser. 2018 CBB Co-Chairs Katy Bock and Jonika Nix have been in heavy negotiations with Mother Nature to clear the skies for the festivities that include Charlie Daniels on the Winston and Strawn Live Auction Stage and … [Read more...] about Insider Tips: 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Hints For Online Bidding And Saturday Partying
2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Item #6: Texas-Sized Party At Gilley’s With The Bird Dogs*
If partying a la Cattle Baron's style is to your liking, then this 2018 Cattle Baron's Ball live auction package is simply perfect for the lucky bidder. In addition to having the festivities at Gilley's and Jack Boles take care of parking the guests' vehicles, The Ticket's Morning Muser George Dunham and The Bird Dogs will be on stage and Chef John Gilbert will be serving up … [Read more...] about 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Item #6: Texas-Sized Party At Gilley’s With The Bird Dogs*
JUST IN: 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Theme, Talent, Date And Location Revealed For 45th American Cancer Society Anniversary Fundraiser
Drivers in a hurry to drive down Beverly Drive Friday evening were in for a reality check. It was going to be a slo-mo journey. The reason was the 45th Cattle Baron’s Ball Reveal party at Ruth Ruhl’s mansion. The number of cars trying to deliver guests became so large that it seemed that the Jack Boles valets were going to have to park the cars in University Park. The big … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Theme, Talent, Date And Location Revealed For 45th American Cancer Society Anniversary Fundraiser
JUST IN: Dwight Yoakam Signed Up To Appear On 2016 Cattle Baron’s Live Auction Stage
Well, howdy doo! 2016 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Cara French and Andrea Weber have come up with another reason to be “Texas Proud.” They’ve just revealed the entertainer for the Live Auction Stage in the South Side Ballroom for Saturday, October 15th American Cancer Society fundraiser at Gilley’s. These gals aren’t playing in the small leagues by any stretch of the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dwight Yoakam Signed Up To Appear On 2016 Cattle Baron’s Live Auction Stage
JUST IN: 2016 Cattle Baron’s Ball Headliner, Theme, Date And Place Revealed
Well, hot dang! The 2016 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Cara French and Andrea Weber just did the great reveal at 1130 Dragon Street for the 43rd annual American Cancer Society mega-fundraiser. This year’s theme will be “Texas Proud” and will have the thousands returning to Gilley’s on Saturday, October 15. As for the headliner on the Main Stage, it will be award-winner Toby … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2016 Cattle Baron’s Ball Headliner, Theme, Date And Place Revealed
Dallas Theater Center’s Moonshine Gala Reception Had Plenty Of Sunshine And A Heel In The Crowd
Saturday, September 12, was a night that the bard would have loved. While the WaterTower Theatre held its Community Cast Party up north of LBJ at WaterTower in Addison, the down-home folks donned their boots, fringe and turquoise for the Moonshine Celebration at the Wyly Theatre. At the fundraiser for the Dallas Theater Center, patrons who were supporting the full program of … [Read more...] about Dallas Theater Center’s Moonshine Gala Reception Had Plenty Of Sunshine And A Heel In The Crowd
2014 Cattle Baron’s Ball Headed Indoors With Kenny Chesney, A Gas Monkey And Men-In-Black-Polo-Shirts
WARNING: Settle back with a jug of coffee or a carafe of wine because this post is going to be a long one. If words aren't your thing, then just check out the pictures on MySweetCharity Photo Gallery. The sun was shining and there wasn’t a cloud in the sky on Saturday, October 18. Veteran Cattle Baron’s Ball-ers were feeling a bit off balance. They were used to years of … [Read more...] about 2014 Cattle Baron’s Ball Headed Indoors With Kenny Chesney, A Gas Monkey And Men-In-Black-Polo-Shirts
Just In: Cattle Baron’s Is Going To “Country Rock” At Gilley’s
Hey, Mother Nature, take your bad attitude someplace else. Dallas is fed up with it and "we’re not going to take it anymore" . . . at least for Cattle Baron’s. It’s official! After weeks of rumors, the Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Cindy Stager and Jill Tananbaum made the big announcement last night at the annual holiday party at Skye and Bill Brewer’s mansion. The … [Read more...] about Just In: Cattle Baron’s Is Going To “Country Rock” At Gilley’s