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JUST IN: Former First Twin Jenna Bush Hager To Headline Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Distinguished Speaker Luncheon

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With the weekend holidays being a family-oriented occasion, this news fits right in. Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society President Lucinda Buford has revealed that former first couple Laura and George Bush’s blonde daughter Jenna Bush Hager will be the keynoter for the PCHPS Distinguished Speaker Luncheon on Wednesday, April 11. Since leaving her days in the White … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Former First Twin Jenna Bush Hager To Headline Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Distinguished Speaker Luncheon

Sunshine Returns To The Area With Southern Charmer James Farmer For The Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Luncheon

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Despite North Texas taking a thunderous beating the night before, sunshine and friendly temperatures were on hand Wednesday, March 29, for the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Luncheon at the Dallas Country Club. And what else would one expect with author/gardener/floral and interior designer/cook/garden-to-table lifestyle expert James Farmer as the keynote … [Read more...] about Sunshine Returns To The Area With Southern Charmer James Farmer For The Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Luncheon

Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society’s 2017 Home Tour, Luncheon And Car Show Plans Revealed At Holiday Party

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Despite the holiday spirit filling Tish and Marvin Key’s marvelous Highland Park home, there was a wisp of sorrow in the air on Tuesday, December 13, for the annual Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society’s Christmas party. The very group that commemorates and encourages the history of the Park Cities was mourning the destruction earlier in the day of the Penson home. As … [Read more...] about Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society’s 2017 Home Tour, Luncheon And Car Show Plans Revealed At Holiday Party

Gerald Turner Addresses SMU’s Past, Present And Future At Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Distinguished Speaker Lunch

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While Gerald Turner may be only the 10th president of SMU, he may well one day see the university renamed Gerald Turner University. After learning of the history, present lay of the land and the future plans for the “Harvard of the South,” guests at the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society would probably vote for the name change. With wife Gail Turner at the … [Read more...] about Gerald Turner Addresses SMU’s Past, Present And Future At Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Distinguished Speaker Lunch

Plans Announced For Upcoming Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Luncheon And Home Tour

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Understand the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society has already lined up big plans for 2015. This year’s theme will be “A Century of Classics” for both the annual Distinguished Speaker Luncheon Series and the 13th Annual Historic Home Tour. Now for the specifics. The luncheon will be held on Wednesday, April 1 (no fooling!) at the Dallas Country Club. … [Read more...] about Plans Announced For Upcoming Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Luncheon And Home Tour

Round Robin December 1: Tree Lightings, Wine Tastings, Holiday Gatherings And Diamonds Galore

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The rule of thumb is that Mondays are usually quiet for hairdressers and fundraisers. It provides the opportunity to rest up and/or catch up. But since December is the month of being special, Monday, December 1, was anything but quiet, especially with temperatures in the 30’s and 40’s. Late afternoon Children’s Medical Center Dallas lit up a 40’ tree in the Butterfly Atrium … [Read more...] about Round Robin December 1: Tree Lightings, Wine Tastings, Holiday Gatherings And Diamonds Galore

Centenarian Margaret McDermott To Serve As Honorary Chair For Distinguished Speaker Luncheon And Historical Home Tour

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Ebby isn’t the only Dallas lady who is enjoying life past the 100-year marker. First Lady of Dallas Philanthropy Margaret McDermott just celebrated her 101st birthday on February 18. Like Ebby, Lady McDermott is still active in supporting area nonprofits. One of them is the Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society. It was just reported that she will serve as honorary chair … [Read more...] about Centenarian Margaret McDermott To Serve As Honorary Chair For Distinguished Speaker Luncheon And Historical Home Tour

Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society’s February Meeting Focused On Culture Gulch

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Once again Thursday divided the MySweetCharity forces, so we had this report filed from the field: The Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society's February meeting on February 21 at the Dallas Country Club included insights and surprises putting the spotlight on the area known as Culture Gulch, smack dab at the headwaters of Turtle Creek on Amherst near Thackeray.As a … [Read more...] about Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society’s February Meeting Focused On Culture Gulch

December 10 Round Robin: Park Cities Historic & Preservation Society, Northwood University and Communities Foundation Of Texas

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Tuesday night it seemed like the party gods were in overdrive to celebrate the close of the year. Whether it was in warm and classic mansions or sky gazing from high rises, the nonprofits were making news in addition to hoop-la-ing. Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society It was built in 1923 and designed by legendary architect Anton Korn. For nearly a century … [Read more...] about December 10 Round Robin: Park Cities Historic & Preservation Society, Northwood University and Communities Foundation Of Texas