There were 1,500 expected for the Junior League of Dallas’s Milestone Luncheon on Thursday, April 21, at the Anatole. It was an especially big deal as the JLD Dallas approached its 100 birthday on Wednesday, May 4, for the organization of volunteers. The luncheon was sort of a warm-up leading to Saturday's gala at the Anatole. But by 10:45 a.m., it looked like all 1,500 had … [Read more...] about JLD’s Milestone Luncheon’s VIP Reception Was Overwhelming While Martha Stewart Chat Started With An Oops
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Community Partners Of Dallas CEO Paige McDaniel’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Sparkled
It was 17 years ago that Sandy and Barry Moore were set up on a blind date. A year later they were married. Are they still speaking to the “friends” who arranged the date? The parents of four laughed and said, “Yes!” While Sandy and Barry were being set up, Paige McDaniel was in her third year of commandeering Community Partners of Dallas. So what was the thread that … [Read more...] about Community Partners Of Dallas CEO Paige McDaniel’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Sparkled
Crystal Charity Ball 70th Anniversary Tea Celebrated Past Chairs With A Charming Tribute
As the Crystal Charity Ball committee of 100 entered its 70th year of raising funds for Dallas County children’s non-profits, 2022 Chair Susan Farris decided to kick it off by holding a tea honoring the past chairs on Thursday, March 3. Since its establishment in 1952, the ladies had provided more than $175M. While some might have thought the occasion might take place at a … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball 70th Anniversary Tea Celebrated Past Chairs With A Charming Tribute
The Senior Source Celebrated Coming Together To Honor Kathy and Larry Helm And The Junior League Of Dallas
After two years of postponing, rescheduling and finally having the big day come on Tuesday, March 1, most guests at The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon just thought the spotlight would focus only on longtime community leaders Kathy and Larry Helm and the Junior League of Dallas. But at the VIP Reception beforehand in the Plum Room, another person was … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Celebrated Coming Together To Honor Kathy and Larry Helm And The Junior League Of Dallas
Junior League Of Dallas To Cap Off Centennial Anniversary With 1920s Art Nouveau-Inspired Gala
Celebrating a birthday is an annual occasion. But celebrating a centennial is a once-in-100-year really big deal. That’s why Junior League of Dallas Centennial Co-Chairs Andrea Cheek and Margo Goodwin have arranged for a Centennial Gala sponsored by Sewell Automotive Companies at the Hilton Anatole's Chantilly Ballroom on Saturday, April 23. With a 1920s Art Nouveau-inspired … [Read more...] about Junior League Of Dallas To Cap Off Centennial Anniversary With 1920s Art Nouveau-Inspired Gala
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Leslie Diers’ Tea Was A Continuation Of Peace, Love, London
A couple of weeks after the Crystal Charity Ball, the outgoing chair usually holds a tea to thank the committee and staff for their support. But 2021 CCB Chair Leslie Diers’ tea seemed to be more of an after-party for her Peace Love London theme gala. It was obvious that the whimsy factor was in place before guests like Ola Fojtasek, Lisa Cooley, … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Leslie Diers’ Tea Was A Continuation Of Peace, Love, London
NorthPark To Host Junior League Of Dallas’ Centennial Exhibit And Community Volunteer Fair
If you weren’t able to visit the Hall of State when the Junior League of Dallas’ Centennial Exhibit was on display during the State Fair, you’ve got a second chance to see it. Now through Thursday, February 17, “Legacy of Leadership, Devotion to Dallas” will be located on NorthPark’s Level One near Bread Winners Café and Bakery. The exhibit showcases the JLD’s 100-year … [Read more...] about NorthPark To Host Junior League Of Dallas’ Centennial Exhibit And Community Volunteer Fair
2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities
When the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball’s “Majestic Britannia” had to be canceled due to COVID three months out, 2021 CCB Chair Leslie Diers did the pandemic pivot. With her love of music, and realizing that event producer Tom Addis had already started focusing on across the pond, she decided to keep the British feel but with a bit of Carnaby Street added in. The result was “Peace, … [Read more...] about 2021 Crystal Charity Ball Brought “Peace, Love, London” Across The Pond For Dallas Children Charities
MySweetOpportunity: Junior League Of Dallas Centennial Exhibit
According to Junior League Of Dallas Centennial Co-Chair Andrea Cheek, “To formally kick-off our Centennial, the Junior League of Dallas (JLD) will honor its impressive history and current-day projects with an exhibit at the 2021 Texas State Fair. The exhibit will include historical documents, memorabilia and photos to showcase 100 years of JLD’s ‘Legacy of Leadership, … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Junior League Of Dallas Centennial Exhibit
JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
As the temperatures were dropping tonight like Black Friday prices and horse-drawn carriages were making the rounds of Highland Park neighborhoods, HP Mayor Margo Goodwin in a Christmas red coat, Christmas tree broach, black gloves and light-blue mask prepared to officially kick off the holiday season by lighting the Landmark Pecan Tree. Nearby, HP Director of Town … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Highland Park’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Off With A 2020 Hitch
Dallas County’s Oldest Tree Lighting Tradition Continues, Thanks To A Guy Named Joe
From holidays to class reunions, every tradition needs a start, and this year is perfect to create one for your family. But first, the backstory. When Dallas County's first physician Dr. John Cole’s son Joe Cole returned to the Dallas area from the Civil War, he “unknowingly plowed over a small pecan tree” with his mule team on his father’s acreage. So the story goes that … [Read more...] about Dallas County’s Oldest Tree Lighting Tradition Continues, Thanks To A Guy Named Joe