Ah, spring has arrived. It wasn’t the first robin that signaled the start. It was the runny noses and teary eyes. Tis the time to check with your stockbroker about pharmaceutical investments. But on this day even the worse weeds and pollen could be forgiven. The silks and sandals sprouted to the delight of event planners. But there was a cloud or two on the horizon. Sunday … [Read more...] about Round Robin April 25: Handbags And Heroes, Recess And Art From The Heart
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Round Robin March 26: Celebrating Women Announcement Coffee, Life Lessons, Contact Tea And Heroes And Handbags Live Auction
Wednesday, March 26, was a black hole of activities swirling. From morning coffees to SMU basketball, it seemed like every minute of the day required families making Solomon-like decisions on what to attend/support. So, what events were so demanding attention? How about for starters: Cher’s “Dressed To Kill” concert at AT&T Center SMU vs. California at Moody for … [Read more...] about Round Robin March 26: Celebrating Women Announcement Coffee, Life Lessons, Contact Tea And Heroes And Handbags Live Auction
Heroes For Children Will Be Flush With Diamonds Thanks To Hold’Em For Heroes And Harry Winston
There’s something about Heroes for Children that once you get involved, you can’t stop. That was the case for Kim and Nevin Bannister. Here Kim chaired this year’s Heroes and Handbags and she signed up again. But this time she officially included husband Nevin. No, they’re not going to hold a fall version of Handbags. The Bannisters are co-chairing the 7th Annual Hold’Em for … [Read more...] about Heroes For Children Will Be Flush With Diamonds Thanks To Hold’Em For Heroes And Harry Winston
April 19 Round Robin: Heroes And Handbags And Recess!
Friday, April 19, resulted in a slam-bang traffic jam around the Omni Dallas Hotel, as well as a pop-up playground in Preston Hollow. Here are the details: Heroes and Handbags An absolute perfect storm of valet parking took place at the Heroes and Handbags brunch on April 19. As it was explained, a major volleyball event was taking place at the Dallas Convention Center at the … [Read more...] about April 19 Round Robin: Heroes And Handbags And Recess!
Hundreds Of Handbags Are Up For Bid At The April 19th Handbags & Heroes Plus So Much More
Dallas women do love a handbag. Sure, it’s an accessory, but it’s also that mini-lifesaver for the day’s necessities like lipstick, credit cards and cell phones. Why, there are women who would rather gain five pounds than lose their purse! That’s why the April 19th Heroes & Handbags at the Omni Dallas from 9:30 to noon is shaping up to be such a hit. Heroes for … [Read more...] about Hundreds Of Handbags Are Up For Bid At The April 19th Handbags & Heroes Plus So Much More
Heroes And Handbags Bags Live Auction Prizes At Cameron And Clay Smith’s Preston Hollow Mansion
Parenthood is tough. The pain of taking a child to get their shots. Watching a munchkin try their hardest and not quite surpassing hopes. The waiting in the back of the carpool line. Parent-teacher meetings that are more excruciating than a root canal.But it also has those moments that beat taking home the Nobel Peace Prize. That first party outfit. That first date. That loss … [Read more...] about Heroes And Handbags Bags Live Auction Prizes At Cameron And Clay Smith’s Preston Hollow Mansion
Share-A-Date: Heroes & Handbags
Friday, April 19: One of the surprise hits in the past years has been the Heroes & Handbags luncheon. Maybe it's because Dallas gals love their purses. Not only is it something to accessorize their look, but it's also invaluable when storing the necessities of ladylike lifestyles — cellphone, lipstick and credit cards. Some of the handbags available for purchase are … [Read more...] about Share-A-Date: Heroes & Handbags
Pitch Your Nonprofit: Heroes For Children
According to Heroes for Children's Executive Director Kristy Hensel, "Heroes for Children provides financial and social assistance to families that have a child battling cancer. When a child is diagnosed with cancer, typically, Mom or Dad has to take an extended amount of time off of work, or quit their job entirely to help care for their child. Cancer treatment is … [Read more...] about Pitch Your Nonprofit: Heroes For Children
MySweetCharity Follow-up: Slipper Club of Dallas
More good news! The calculators around town must have been burning up lately.The Slipper Club of Dallas's 16th Annual Casino and Silent Auction Gala raised $40,000 for Heroes for Children. Part of the $$ "will go to a retreat for all of the families, and will also help pay for medical supplies for children while not in the hospital."Don't you just love starting the week off … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Follow-up: Slipper Club of Dallas
Cellphones Earned Their Keep To The Tune Of $312,000 At Heroes And Handbags For Heroes For Children
Heroes and Handbags was a pretty phoney affair. Never has a fundraiser seen so many cellphones drafted into full duty as this one benefiting the Heroes for Children. It was strictly a brilliant move by Co-chairs Danya Anderson and Andrea Weber for this crowd of highly skilled smartphoners. Using phones to check bid status and up the ante on gently-experienced and donated purses … [Read more...] about Cellphones Earned Their Keep To The Tune Of $312,000 At Heroes And Handbags For Heroes For Children
Heroes And Handbags Have Top Names In The Bag And Elaine Turner In The Clutch For Friday’s Brunch
Don't know if it's because gals are emerging from winter hibernation or a sign that the recession recovery may be taking place, but shopping has once again returned as the fav indoor sport in these parts, especially if it's for fundraising.For instance, one of the first "departments" to be wiped out at yesterday's Salvation Army Fashion Show & Luncheon (to be covered soon) … [Read more...] about Heroes And Handbags Have Top Names In The Bag And Elaine Turner In The Clutch For Friday’s Brunch