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Author Harry Hunsicker Told “The Write Stuff” Guests His Latest Book Was Inspired By “L.A. Confidential”

Mar 10, 2025 5:30 PM by Glenn Hunter

Just like in a serious novel or movie, author Harry Hunsicker's appearance for the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy's recent "The Write Stuff" Member Series came complete with its own dramatic subplot. It involved an emergency of sorts and a quick exit, stage right. But, more about that later. Hunsicker, who's written nine crime thrillers, had shown up at Turtle Creek Park's … [Read more...] about Author Harry Hunsicker Told “The Write Stuff” Guests His Latest Book Was Inspired By “L.A. Confidential”

Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s Luminary Dinner Was A Welcomed Post-Election Relief

Jan 1, 2025 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s Luminary Circle is the top drawer level of philanthropists who provide $25,000 annually to support the 14-acre park on the banks of Turtle Creek that has been a gathering place for residents since 1892. The Luminary Dinner was created to celebrate the donors' generosity and to salute one of their own. While past honorees have included Pat and … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Park Conservancy’s Luminary Dinner Was A Welcomed Post-Election Relief

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2024 Luminary Dinner

Dec 30, 2024 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

After months of preparation for the election of 2024, the big day of Tuesday, November 5, kept all types of folks up way into the wee hours of the following day. The topic du jour at the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy's 2024 Luminary Dinner on Wednesday, November 6, wasn't about the results of the election. Rather, it concerned the waiting for, and watching of, the … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2024 Luminary Dinner

Rena Pederson To Highlight The Write Stuff And Kick Off Friends Of DPL Diamond Jubilee Year

Sep 2, 2024 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Former Dallas Morning Newsie/current hot-stuff author Rena Pederson is as busy as a frog at a princess convention. Her "The King of Diamonds: The Search for the Elusive Texas Jewel Thief" is not only burning up printing presses, it's also got Rena being the belle of the ball for speaking engagements. Why, just within two days, she's booked for two North Texas non-profit … [Read more...] about Rena Pederson To Highlight The Write Stuff And Kick Off Friends Of DPL Diamond Jubilee Year

Turtle Creek Park’s Holiday In The Hall Had Guests Dancing, Schmoozing And DIY “S’Moring”

Feb 1, 2024 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

While North Texas youngsters were winding down after their morning at NorthPark for the Children's Medical Center Foundation's Breakfast with Santa Spectacular on the morning of Sunday, December 3, grownup types were celebrating the holiday season at Turtle Creek Park as the sun was setting. With Arlington Hall decked out with ginormous snowflakes, its columns wrapped in lights … [Read more...] about Turtle Creek Park’s Holiday In The Hall Had Guests Dancing, Schmoozing And DIY “S’Moring”

Doing The Most Good Luncheon Did Very Well With A Couple Of Lisas And JB Delivering A Touchdown

Jan 23, 2024 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

For the 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon on Thursday, November 16, at the Anatole, it was like a reunion for The Salvation North Texas Major Paul McFarland and the day's keynote speaker, TV sportscaster James "JB" Brown. As guests like Michal Powell, Shelle Sills, Christie Carter, Shannon Graham, Bela Cooley, Ciara Biggers, Kim Quinn, Ann Dyer, Tiffany Divis and Luncheon … [Read more...] about Doing The Most Good Luncheon Did Very Well With A Couple Of Lisas And JB Delivering A Touchdown

Doing The Most Good Patrons Didn’t Let A Chilly, Wet Night Keep Them From Celebrating At The “White House”

Jan 5, 2024 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite the 50-degree weather and rain on Thursday, November 9, Lee Ann and Alan White 's driveway was already decked out in holiday lights for The Salvation Army of North Texas' 2023 Doing The Most Good Luncheon patron party. As Luncheon Co-Chairs Lisa Cooley and Lisa Singleton joined Lee Ann in welcoming guests, Alan reported that despite having lost 75 pounds in the past … [Read more...] about Doing The Most Good Patrons Didn’t Let A Chilly, Wet Night Keep Them From Celebrating At The “White House”

Kentucky Derby Was Upstaged By Day At The Races See-And-Be-Seen Scene At Turtle Creek Park

Jun 21, 2023 9:30 AM by Glenn Hunter

Lisa and Clay Cooley were busy at the 2023 Day At The Races event on Saturday, May 6, at Turtle Creek Park's Arlington Hall. Well, Lisa was busy, anyway. Official-looking clipboard in hand, she was serving as a judge for the hat contest portion of the Turtle Creek Park Conservancy's annual fundraiser. "I've got to wander around," she said after briefly greeting an old friend … [Read more...] about Kentucky Derby Was Upstaged By Day At The Races See-And-Be-Seen Scene At Turtle Creek Park

35th Mad Hatter’s Topped Out Despite “Majestic” Challenges And More Than 600 Hatters

May 24, 2023 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

2023 Mad Hatter's Tea Co-Chairs Anne Stodghill and Kristina Wrenn had assembled a team to make the the 35th Women's Council of the Arboretum fundraiser a blowout. The theme was regally in keeping with the times — "Majestic Mad Hatter's Luncheon  A Celebration of English Elegance." Ironically, the Thursday, April 20, date of the event created a slight issue preventing some … [Read more...] about 35th Mad Hatter’s Topped Out Despite “Majestic” Challenges And More Than 600 Hatters

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea

May 23, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

While the Brits were gearing up for the coronation of King Charles III (aka Princess Diana’s ex) across the pond, the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum was in high fiddle for the 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea that wasn’t. Actually, the Women’s Garden fundraiser co-chaired by gal pals Anne Stodghill and Kristina Wrenn was a luncheon. But who’s gonna grouse about such sundry little … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Tea

JUST IN: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Is Heading For “Majestic” Change For The Dallas Arboretum Fundraiser

Nov 18, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

While the valet parkers had expected 50 to show up for the 2023 Mad Hatter’s Reveal party at Anne and Steve Stodghill's manse Thursday night, more than 150 showed up eager to hear the plans for the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s annual fundraiser. Started 35 years ago, when Mad Hatter's Tea Chair Carole Ann Brown and her compatriots kicked off an afternoon tea to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2023 Mad Hatter’s Is Heading For “Majestic” Change For The Dallas Arboretum Fundraiser

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