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A May Version Of St. Valentine’s Day Was A Sweetheart Of A Deal For Fashion Lovers

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For some a 10 a.m. reception for a luncheon fundraiser might have seemed a wee bit early, especially on any Monday. Most folks are just emerging from their weekends to get a grip on the week ahead. But on Monday, May 16, following the Bryon Nelson's almost-win by local Jordan Spieth, the Dallas Stars loss to Calgary and the Mavs walloping the Phoenix Suns, this Monday should … [Read more...] about A May Version Of St. Valentine’s Day Was A Sweetheart Of A Deal For Fashion Lovers

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

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Just because Valentine’s Day is traditionally celebrated on February 14, doesn’t mean that that loving spirit can’t take place on another day... especially if the pandemic has delayed it. That’s exactly what happened for the traditional Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas’ annual fundraiser. Due to a slow get-into-gear for North Texas fundraisers, 2022 St. … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery: 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

JUST IN: Katy Bock And Sunie Solomon To Co-Chair 2023 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

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Since its founding 39 years ago by Janet Evans and Rusty Duvall, the St. Valentine's Day Fashion Show And Luncheon has provided more than $14.5M for funding leukemia and lymphoma research in Texas, including at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Since then, "some patient survival rates have doubled and countless advances have been made with new safer treatments for … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Katy Bock And Sunie Solomon To Co-Chair 2023 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

2022 St. Valentine’s Day Patron Party Took Place In Two Highland Park Village Stores

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While some folks thought that the 2022 St. Valentine's Day Luncheon And Fashion Show patron party was taking place at Highland Park Village's Alice and Olivia on Thursday, April 28, it actually turned out to take up more real estate than that. As signs braced themselves on stands against brisk winds, it was discovered that the event would actually be a two-fer taking place … [Read more...] about 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Patron Party Took Place In Two Highland Park Village Stores

RESCHEDULED: St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show “Makes A Statement” By Rescheduling

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Anyone who has ever been part of a fundraiser knows there are many working parts when it comes to postponing, rescheduling or…dang it...canceling an event. There are the speakers, the awardees, the venue, the event producers with their legions of models, the caterers, the staff and, of course, the key sponsors and guests. Despite all the heavy lifting, it's worth the hassle … [Read more...] about RESCHEDULED: St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show “Makes A Statement” By Rescheduling

MySweetWishList: Leukemia And Lymphoma Society North Texas

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According to Leukemia And Lymphoma Society North Texas Executive Director Leah Swanson, "For more than 70 years, The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society (LLS) has been the leading source of blood cancer information, education and support for patients, survivors, families, and health care professionals. LLS helps patients as they cope with cancer and navigate treatment. They fight … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Leukemia And Lymphoma Society North Texas

JUST IN: Fashion Designer Lela Rose To Receive St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Icon Award

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2022 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Chair Lisa Loy Laughlin announced that one of North Texas’ own fashionable daughters will receive the fundraiser’s Icon Award. Fashion designer Lela Rose will be presented with the award on Monday, February 7, at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas’ fundraising fashion show and seated … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Fashion Designer Lela Rose To Receive St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Icon Award

2022 Chair Lisa Loy Laughlin Fashionably Kicks Off Plans For St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show

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2022 St. Valentine's Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Chair Lisa Loy Laughlin fashionably kicked off the Leukemia And Lymphoma Society of North Texas' fundraiser on Monday, September 27, at the Lela Rose salon in Highland Park Village. With a group of committee members and friends on the scene, Lisa revealed the awardees and other details for the event at the Meyerson on Monday, … [Read more...] about 2022 Chair Lisa Loy Laughlin Fashionably Kicks Off Plans For St. V-Day Luncheon And Fashion Show

JUST IN: 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Honorees Revealed

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It was with heart and flowers that St. Valentine’s Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Lisa Loy Laughlin announced the awardees who will be honored at the upcoming Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas fundraiser. Susie Barnett will receive the Lynda Adleta Heart of Gold Award that is “given to a family or individual who is philanthropic in the community and has a ‘heart … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon And Fashion Show Honorees Revealed

JUST IN: Lisa Loy Laughlin To Chair 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

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No sooner had Lisa Loy Laughlin finished up co-chairing the Equest Gala this past Saturday at Texas Horse Park than she saddled up to ride herd on another fundraiser. It was just revealed that Lisa will be chairing the 2022 Saint Valentine’s Day Luncheon and Fashion show “Make a Statement.” In accepting the role, LLL said, “I am honored to serve as the 2022 St. Valentine’s … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Lisa Loy Laughlin To Chair 2022 St. Valentine’s Day Fashion Show And Luncheon

Change Of Plans Alert: 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Transitions To A Virtual Experience

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With the daily report of Tuesday's COVID-10 cases in Dallas County passing 3,500, the 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon team headed by Chair Melinda Knowles decided to join the rest of the spring North Texas fundraisers and go virtual. Not to worry, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of North Texas will still have a marvelous collection of fashions from Highland Park Village … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans Alert: 2021 St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon Transitions To A Virtual Experience