My Sweet Charity

An Ongoing Conversation For the Good Of Dallas

Lisa Ogle

Cattle Barons’ Trailblazers Swapped Their Heels For Boots To Party In Downtown Dallas Highrise

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Whoa! Was Dallas downtown's swank Thompson Hotel in for a culture shock on Tuesday, May 14. While the buttoned-down, suited business types gathered in the Monarch restaurant, the 2024 Cattle Baron's Ball committee and their high-rolling backers literally stepped up, taking over the hotel's private event venue just above the Monarch with denims, glitzy boots and stetsons for the … [Read more...] about Cattle Barons’ Trailblazers Swapped Their Heels For Boots To Party In Downtown Dallas Highrise

Rita Wilson Dishes On Hollywood, Music, Tom Hanks, Male Journalists And Spanx At 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon

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Perhaps the Community Partners Of Dallas' 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon should have been renamed Chic Lace, what with Co-Chairs Cathy James and Lisa Ogle and keynote speaker Rita Wilson all dolled up in various styles and brands of lace at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, March 22. Going against the lacy trend was NBC 5 Morning Co-Anchor Laura Harris, who would interview Rita and was … [Read more...] about Rita Wilson Dishes On Hollywood, Music, Tom Hanks, Male Journalists And Spanx At 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon

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Community Partners of Dallas' 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon was far from "Sleepless in Seattle" thanks to keynote speaker/multi-talented and ever-adorable Rita Wilson. Taking place on Friday, March 22, the full-fledged fundraiser kicked off with a VIP reception in the Anatole's Wedgwood Room with a crowd that included everyone from gal pals (Tricia George, Cindy … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon

2024 Chick Lit Patrons Felt Right At Home Surrounded By Kat And Noelle’s Spring Frocks

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Where else would the Community Partners of Dallas' 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon patron party take place but at a real girly boutique like Kat And Noelle? And that was exactly the scene on Tuesday, March 5 on Lovers Lane. Needless to say, the racks of adorably cute dresses and looks were being perused by the likes of Tricia George, Sally Dutter, Stephanie Hardeman, Debbie Munir, … [Read more...] about 2024 Chick Lit Patrons Felt Right At Home Surrounded By Kat And Noelle’s Spring Frocks

JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival

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Community Partners of Dallas’ Chick Lit flock has been holding its collective breath for word on the details for the luncheon on Friday, March 22, at the Hilton Anatole. Well, the word just arrived! 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Co-Chairs Cathy James and Lisa Ogle and Honorary Chair Christine McKenny have finally shared all the information, including that the 2024 recipient of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2024 Chick Lit Luncheon Keynoter Was The Former “Margarita Ibrahimoff” And Marcia Brady’s Rival

Equest Fashion Show Crossed The Finish Line With Awards, Fall Looks And Stand-Out Kids

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The Equest Women's Auxiliary's  (WAUX) Fashion Show and Luncheon on Tuesday, October 3, turned out to be a celebration for a youngster who had gone from needing a walker to walking the runway on her own and receiving a standing ovation at Brook Hollow. But moments before that took place, the Equest mini-ambassadors Dare and Ranger greeted guests in the driveway and posed … [Read more...] about Equest Fashion Show Crossed The Finish Line With Awards, Fall Looks And Stand-Out Kids

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon

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Before temperatures slid for folks to start seriously thinking sweaters, wool slacks and delicious coats, the Equest Women's Auxiliary (Equest WAUX) with Highland Park Village merchants (Etro, Herrera, Lela Rose, LoveShackFancy, Market, Simkhai and Veronica Beard) presented a whole preview of fall fashions at Brook Hollow Golf Club on Tuesday, October … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show And Luncheon

Despite The Late Spring Chill, 2023 Room To Grow Bubbled With Silks, Stilettos And Sweets

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Never let it be said that North Texas ladies will let a change in the weather impact their fashionable taste. A perfect example was Dec My Room of North Texas’ 2023 Room To Grow at NorthPark’s Neiman Marcus Courtyard on Wednesday, April 5. Surely, the chilly weather of the past winter was in the rear-view mirror and April’s springlike temperatures would be simply ideal for … [Read more...] about Despite The Late Spring Chill, 2023 Room To Grow Bubbled With Silks, Stilettos And Sweets

Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala

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The first introduction of the 2022-2023 winter temperatures arrived on North Texas doorsteps before the sun rose on Saturday, November 12. Despite the evening’s cold, the area was burning with fundraising. Operation Kindness’ Canines, Cats and Cabernet Gala was honoring Carol Seay with the Champion for Animals Award and Charles Jones with the Legacy of Kindness Award at the … [Read more...] about Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala

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

Dec My Room Dallas Honored A Brave And Caring Mother With Bunnies And Butterflies

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Seven-year old Phoenix Ho and eight-year-old Riley Mack never knew each other before they died. They both had mothers, but different types of mothers. One allowed her son to be "allegedly" beaten and abused by her boyfriend for weeks. The other mother comforted and suffered watching her daughter struggle through a no-win battle against Fanconi Anemi, an extremely rare genetic … [Read more...] about Dec My Room Dallas Honored A Brave And Caring Mother With Bunnies And Butterflies