While memories of the 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show featuring Dolce and Gabbana’s amazingly unconventional fashions for a morning and an afternoon presentation at Neiman Marcus NorthPark still were serving as luncheon fodder, the 2023 CCB Fashion Show did a 180° turn on Friday, September 8. Returning to its NM Downtown home turf for the multi-level … [Read more...] about Designer Adam Lippes Swapped NY Fashion Week For 2023 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Fashion Show
Gina Betts
MySweetOpportunity: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas advocate Gina Betts, “After-School All-Stars’ name recognition is growing in North Texas and, as a former board member and advocate of the charity, I am eager to demonstrate the need for the programming that After-School All-Stars provides. “Thanks to a generous grant, totaling $596,000, from the 2023 Crystal Charity Ball … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: After-School All-Stars North Texas
More Than 100 Gently Experienced Fashions Were On The SAWA’s Fundraiser Runway
The doors of the Meyerson had hardly opened when the ladies who shop arrived on Tuesday, May 16, for the Salvation Amy Women Auxiliary's 30th Anniversary Fashion Show and Luncheon. The draw for the prompt show up was the Chic Boutique's Early Bird Special, where even pretty gowns were going for just three Alexander Hamiltons. With Boutique Curator Ken Weber providing each guest … [Read more...] about More Than 100 Gently Experienced Fashions Were On The SAWA’s Fundraiser Runway
Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts
2023 Rising Stars Luncheon had a lot going for it. Not only did it benefit After-School All-Stars North Texas (ASAS), it was honoring longtime supporter Gina Betts as well as having North Texas true-[Mavs] blue German transplant Dirk Nowitzki on stage for a chat with Voice of the Dallas Mavs Mark Followill. While past ASAS events had been held at Brook Hollow and Northwood, … [Read more...] about Area Weather And Slo-Mo Valets Didn’t Dampen Rising Stars Keynoter Dirk Nowitzki And Awardee Gina Betts
Healing Hands Luncheon Scott Hamilton Scored Golden Inspiration As An “Eternal Optimist”
For 300 guests at the Healing Hands Luncheon, Scott Hamilton's reputation for winning Olympic gold took a backseat after serving as the featured speaker at the HHM Health fundraiser on Friday, April 21, at Dallas Arts District Mansion. As important as his skating accomplishments were, his life's journey of overcoming all types of challenges and adversity made him an all-around … [Read more...] about Healing Hands Luncheon Scott Hamilton Scored Golden Inspiration As An “Eternal Optimist”
SOLD-OUT ALERT!: 2023 Rising Stars Luncheon
When the After-School All-Stars North Texas’ Rising Stars Luncheon post had been written, half of the Hall on Dragon had been sold. That was last Wednesday. Now word has arrived that the Wednesday, May 10, fundraiser is sold out. Why? For three reasons. First, former Dallas Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzki is the featured speaker. Second, the honoree is hardworking … [Read more...] about SOLD-OUT ALERT!: 2023 Rising Stars Luncheon
JUST IN: Rising Stars Luncheon Will Feature Dirk Nowitzki And Honor Gina Betts On May 10
Back in February 2020 the announcement was made that Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki would be the keynote speaker for After-School All-Stars North Texas’ Rising Stars Luncheon the following May. But the pandemic arrived in March wiping out most in-person events for 18 months. Luckily, last year After-School All-Stars North Texas was able to hold an in-person … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Rising Stars Luncheon Will Feature Dirk Nowitzki And Honor Gina Betts On May 10
(Almost) Last Call For Sunday’s Easter In Turtle Creek Park’s Pooch Parade Registration
Pooch Parade Chair Barney Betts is howling over plans for Sunday’s Easter In Turtle Creek Park. His human companions/Event Co-Chairs Gina and Ken Betts and sons Jack Betts and Logan Betts have just confirmed that come rain or shine, the 50+ year-old tradition with food trucks, music, games, photos with the Easter Bunny and an Easter Egg Recognition Wall will officially start at … [Read more...] about (Almost) Last Call For Sunday’s Easter In Turtle Creek Park’s Pooch Parade Registration
Easter In Turtle Creek Park And Its Pooch Parade Return With Food Trucks, Entertainment, Pets And The Betts
It’s not every day one receives an email from a formerly homeless fellow by the name of Barney. He reported that after a three-year hiatus, Easter in Turtle Creek Park is returning on Sunday, April 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. Organized by Turtle Creek Park Conservancy, the 50+ year-old, family-oriented celebration is renowned for attracting more than 5,000 people from all over the … [Read more...] about Easter In Turtle Creek Park And Its Pooch Parade Return With Food Trucks, Entertainment, Pets And The Betts
HHM’s Premiere Health Hands Luncheon Demonstrated 20-20 Vision For A Touchdown
With Dallas Blooms in full array, the Dallas Arboretum was picture perfect for HHM Health's debut of the "Healing Hands Luncheon" on Thursday, March 31. Matching the look of the day's sold-out fundraiser were guests in floral dresses and bright colors. Why, featured speaker Heisman Trophy winner/NFL Hall of Famer/native son Tim Brown was a real standout in a hot pink … [Read more...] about HHM’s Premiere Health Hands Luncheon Demonstrated 20-20 Vision For A Touchdown
MySweetWishList: Healing Hands Luncheon
According to Healing Hands Luncheon Chairmen Gina and Ken Betts and Amy and Paul Wilson, “As you may know, Healing Hands Ministries recently changed its name to HHM Health to reflect the agency’s role in providing healthcare throughout the Dallas and surrounding areas. We are pleased to serve as chairmen of an important inaugural event, especially during a time of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Healing Hands Luncheon