One of the first in-person events to emerge from the past year’s fundraising coma was Literacy Achieves’ Wings of Spring last night. After canceling last year’s event, Literacy Achieves Executive Director Sarah Papert was determined not to settle for anything less than a real in-person gathering. Luckily, the arrival of vaccinations came just in the nick of time for people … [Read more...] about North Texas Showed Signs Of Returning To In-Person Fundraising With Wings Of Spring
Marnie Wildenthal
Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
The annual “Thank you” reception at the Dallas Country Club for supporters of the Children's Medical Center Foundation and Children’s Health had been tweaked a bit this year. Instead of holding it on the third Sunday of January, as usual, the donors fete was moved to the fourth Sunday of the month— aka January 26. That way it wouldn’t compete with the NFL playoffs leading up to … [Read more...] about Children’s Medical Center Foundation’s Thank You Reception Had A Few Changes To The Annual Event
Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
On Sunday, November 17, the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center at the University of Texas at Dallas was lit up and filled with nearly 300 people for the first Ackerman Center Leadership Dinner honoring Distinguished Scholar in Residence and former provost Dr. Hobson Wildenthal. In addition to his leadership in developing the University’s curriculum, he became a dedicated force in … [Read more...] about Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
While the 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball committee was taking care of last-minute preparations for the American Cancer Association fundraiser at Gilley’s, the black-tie set was strolling along the red carpet leading to the Winspear Opera House for its 10th anniversary. The dinner for The Dallas Opera's First Night event on Friday, October 10, was a sell-out, and as many as 2,000 were … [Read more...] about Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
While The Family Place ReuNighters kicked off at Stanley Korshak on Thursday, October 10, the Dallas Opera loving 1st Night patrons were north of the Dallas CBD at Lisa and David Genecov’s Preston Hollow mansion. Just off the entry 1st Night Co-Chairs Carol and Don Glendenning were happily settled in the two-story library, while 1st Sight 1st Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
Widow Of ‘The Rhinestone Cowboy’ Stars At Milestone Each Moment Matters Luncheon
When the guests, including Ron Gafford, Lili Kellogg, Bill Noble, Adele and Hobson Wildenthal, Kerry Wildenthal Fagelman and Michael Fagelman, Bill Davis, Marti Carlin and Ute and Rolf Haberecht, gathered for the 2019 Each Moment Matters Luncheon on Thursday, October 3, there was a sense among them of the "special-ness" of the fundraiser. After all, the event at the Hilton … [Read more...] about Widow Of ‘The Rhinestone Cowboy’ Stars At Milestone Each Moment Matters Luncheon
Guests Including Annie Anticipated A Landmark Luncheon At Each Moment Matters Patron Party
About 75 guests showed up for the Each Moment Matters Luncheon patron party on the evening of Wednesday, October 2, at the home of Kay and Gene Lunceford. But it's doubtful that any enjoyed themselves more than the Luncefords' 19-year-old Chihuahua, Annie, who ambled from room to room as the humans sipped, munched on their people food, and chatted. The little dog looked right … [Read more...] about Guests Including Annie Anticipated A Landmark Luncheon At Each Moment Matters Patron Party
Marnie And Kern Wildenthal To Receive Each Moment Matters’ Lifetime Achievement In Philanthropy Award
During its ten years of holding the Each Moment Matters Luncheon, Presbyterian Communities and Services has only presented its Lifetime Achievement in Philanthropy Award twice — to T. Boone Pickens and The Harold Simmons Foundation. For the 2019 Presbyterian Communities and Services' Faith Presbyterian Hospice fundraiser, it will be awarded a third time to Marnie and Kern … [Read more...] about Marnie And Kern Wildenthal To Receive Each Moment Matters’ Lifetime Achievement In Philanthropy Award
Program Hits All The Right Notes At Annual Wings of Spring Fundraiser For Literacy Achieves
With the strong hint that North Texas was going to be the victim of a spring cold blast, Wings of Spring organizers were not taking any chances for the annual fundraiser for Literacy Achieves — a nonprofit adult literacy program — on the evening of Monday, April 1. Instead of holding the event's supper in Temple Emanu-El's open-air courtyard, it was moved to a big meeting … [Read more...] about Program Hits All The Right Notes At Annual Wings of Spring Fundraiser For Literacy Achieves
17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception
When about 50 people gathered at the Park City Club on Tuesday, November 13, to find out who would receive the 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award benefiting Texas Woman's University, the turnout of past recipients of the award was impressive indeed. Among them were Norm Bagwell, who corralled the honor in 2018; Dr. Stephen Mansfield (2017); Ralph Hawkins … [Read more...] about 17th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Honoree Is Named At Park City Club Reception
All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season
More than one "first" was celebrated when The Dallas Opera presented its gala First Night event on Friday, October 12, at the Winspear Opera House. Not only was "The Flying Dutchman" presented to kick off the Opera's 62nd season—the first time the renowned work by Richard Wagner had been staged by The Dallas Opera since 1994. But the performance also marked the debut of Ian … [Read more...] about All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season