Evidently Mother Nature was having a hissy fit over not being invited to the 2024 Sweetheart Ball on Saturday, April 20, at Brook Hollow Golf Club. It was nothing personal, but who could blame the old gal? It was just that 2024 Ball Chair Heather Washburne already had a record-breaking number of 268 folks gobble up reservations for the annual black-tie gala. Knowing Heather, … [Read more...] about 2024 The Sweetheart Ball’s Salute To Lyford Cay Club Warmed The Hearts Of Generous Guests
Jacquelin Sewell Atkinson
Iconic Cattle Baron’s 50th Ball Broke Records With A Few Slaps On The Wrist(bands)
Billed as an "iconic" event, the 2023 Cattle Baron's 50th fundraiser for the American Cancer Society of North Texas nonetheless got off to a bit of an un-iconic start for some of the VIP-ers at Parker's Southfork Ranch on Saturday, October 14. Just for openers, guests arrived in the designated area per instructions for the meet-and-greet with lead singer Randy Rogers of the … [Read more...] about Iconic Cattle Baron’s 50th Ball Broke Records With A Few Slaps On The Wrist(bands)
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
While it wasn't an anniversary occasion, the legendary 50th Cattle Baron's Ball on Saturday, October 14, was still indeed iconic at Southfork Ranch for more than 3,000. Despite having some wristband hitches in the giddy-up, the committee of 100 women led by 2023 CBB Co-Chairs Andrea Cheek and Isabell Novakov Higginbotham plowed the rows to break … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball Underwriters Party Had A More-Than-Expected Turnout At A Fabulous Setting
The 2023 Cattle Baron's Ball Underwriters Party guest list on Tuesday, September 26, was planned for 250 guests. An hour into the event that number had well bypassed 300 and was heading toward 350. It was a good thing the valet had added extra staff just in case. But who could have been surprised? After all, the party was taking place at Jacquelin and William Atkinson's home … [Read more...] about 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball Underwriters Party Had A More-Than-Expected Turnout At A Fabulous Setting
The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
“Blossoms And New Beginnings” Abounded Thanks To 8th Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon
8th Interfaith Auxiliary Annual Luncheon Co-Chairs Sarah Claire Corrigan and Emily Hill decided to change things up a bit this year for the Interfaith Family Services fundraiser on Friday, April 28, at the Arboretum. Instead of flying in a noted celebrity to serve as the keynote speaker, they brought the mission of the organization home with Interfaith client Kennethia Price … [Read more...] about “Blossoms And New Beginnings” Abounded Thanks To 8th Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon
MySweetWishList: 8th Annual Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon
According to the 8th Annual Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon Co-Chairs Emily Hill and Sarah Claire Corrigan, “This holiday season, our wish is for Dallas families in financial crisis to be able to make fresh starts and create lifelong independence. You can make our wish come true by joining us on Friday, April 28, at the beautiful Dallas Arboretum’s Rosine Hall for the 8th … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 8th Annual Interfaith Auxiliary Luncheon
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
There’s no doubt that "the stars at night are big and bright," but geez, for the 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball, the sun seemed bigger and brighter as it was setting west of Southfork Ranch on Saturday, September 17. Perhaps Mother Nature was making up bigtime for a couple of previous CBB fundraisers for North Texas cancer research and treatments that turned into holly-golly … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Chick Lit’s Goldie Hawn “Churns” Up Thoughts On Joy, Marriage And Why There’ll Be No More Movie Stars
In the Hilton Anatole’s Wedgwood Room, guests did a double-take on Friday, September 24. Despite reports that 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon featured author Goldie Hawn would be unable to attend the Community Partners of Dallas fundraiser in person, she was very present... thanks to life-size cutouts. One stood solo on the right side of the room; the other was placed in front of a … [Read more...] about Chick Lit’s Goldie Hawn “Churns” Up Thoughts On Joy, Marriage And Why There’ll Be No More Movie Stars
MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon
According to Community Partners of Dallas President/CEO Paige McDaniel, “Community Partners of Dallas is gearing up for our upcoming 15th Annual Chick Lit Luncheon on Friday, September 24, at the Hilton Anatole Dallas. While we have just announced a change regarding our featured speaker Goldie Hawn, who will now be joining us on ‘the big screen’ instead of in person due to … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 Chick Lit Luncheon