It was just seven years ago when Dr. Bobby B. Lyle was having a jolly good time being the recipient of Methodist Health System Foundation's 2014 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award. Besides being the evening’s honoree, he was thoroughly enjoying his two friends, Linda and Mitch Hart, at the podium with “little Bobby.” There the ever buttoned-up Mitch had a monkey (aka Little … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award To Honor Linda And Mitch Hart
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JUST IN: North Star Luncheon’s Dates, Speaker And Awardee Announced With A Whiff Of Fabulousness
While North Texans tried to recover from the morning’s thank-you-way-too-much rain and make their way home, Family Compass’ stalwarts were headed to NorthPark’s Diptyque for the announcement of the North Star Luncheon plans. Once inside all cares and frets of the day’s dreary and cold conditions hit the rails. Inside this shoebox-size jewel box salon were wonderful treasures … [Read more...] about JUST IN: North Star Luncheon’s Dates, Speaker And Awardee Announced With A Whiff Of Fabulousness
12th Annual Best Buddies Dallas Gala Had The Bomb Factory Looking Better Than Ever
Sure, Best Buddies was founded in 1989 by Kennedy family member Anthony K. Shriver to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. But in North Texas, it's been Shriver pals Jan Miller and Jeff Rich who've been the nonprofit's top champions from the get-go. The dynamic husband-and-wife team proved that nothing has changed on Saturday, … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Best Buddies Dallas Gala Had The Bomb Factory Looking Better Than Ever
JUST IN: Julie And Jim Turner To Be Trailblazer Luncheon’s Distinguished Co-Chairs
There is absolutely no grass growing under the feet of Texas Trailblazers Luncheon Co-Chairs Lisa and Marvin Singleton. As if they didn’t already have an all-star lineup for The Family Place fundraiser on Tuesday, October 4. How about some name-dropping? Keynote Speaker Ronan Farrow, Trailblazer Awardee Charlotte Jones Anderson, Honorary Co-Chairs Pat and Emmitt Smith and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Julie And Jim Turner To Be Trailblazer Luncheon’s Distinguished Co-Chairs
JUST IN: Human Rights Activist Ronan Farrow To Be Keynote Speaker At 2016 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon
The floodgates have stayed wide open with news flowing through. First is news about the 2016 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon benefiting The Family Place. It was already reported that Lisa and Marvin Singleton were co-chairing the Tuesday, October 4th event at the Hilton Anatole with Charlotte Jones Anderson receiving the Texas Trailblazer Award. Since that announcement, the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Human Rights Activist Ronan Farrow To Be Keynote Speaker At 2016 Texas Trailblazer Luncheon
Les Femmes Du Monde Luncheon Honors Six Outstanding Women Of The Year With Pomp And Smiles
Les Femmes du Monde President Alyce Heinrich explained that the organization benefiting Children’s Health and the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth had taken a slight shift. To attract more young members, it had been decided to adjust its annual Woman of the Year fundraiser. This year it would be Women of the Year, one to represent each of Les Femmes’ six … [Read more...] about Les Femmes Du Monde Luncheon Honors Six Outstanding Women Of The Year With Pomp And Smiles
Just In: Les Femmes Du Monde Reveals Six To Be Celebrated At Women Of The Year Awards Luncheon At Harlan Crow’s Library
The Les Femmes du Monde gals have been dropping hints of change in the air about their annual Woman of the Year Award L. Tonight the waiting ended and Luncheon Chair Regina Bruce and Les Femmes President Alyce Heinrich let the cat out of the bag. Or, rather they revealed a collection of impressive kittens at Ka and LL Cotter’s home. Instead of doing a solo honoree, they’re … [Read more...] about Just In: Les Femmes Du Monde Reveals Six To Be Celebrated At Women Of The Year Awards Luncheon At Harlan Crow’s Library
Emmitt Smith Celebrity Invitational Gala Honors Magic Johnson With Roger Staubach Award And Parties With Darius Rucker
While Central Expressway was backed up to Richardson on Friday, May 9, the cools and ultra-cools were gathering at the Omni for the super-duper gala prepping for the Emmitt Smith Invitational the next morning. Included in the mix were Roger Staubach after whom the Roger Staubach Award was named, and Magic Johnson, who had been dragged into the Donald Sterling mess. Here’s a … [Read more...] about Emmitt Smith Celebrity Invitational Gala Honors Magic Johnson With Roger Staubach Award And Parties With Darius Rucker
Pat And Emmitt Smith Host A “Southern Supper” In Their Driveway For Emmitt Smith Celebrity Invitational Patrons
Who would have guessed that a drop-dead “Southern supper” dinner would be held in a driveway? Even Emmitt Smith admitted that the place had never looked so good. As one former North California resident said, “This is more like Northern California. It seems like May will never be the same.” That was the four-star evening weather on Thursday, May 1, when Pat and Emmitt … [Read more...] about Pat And Emmitt Smith Host A “Southern Supper” In Their Driveway For Emmitt Smith Celebrity Invitational Patrons
“Good Morning America”‘s Robin Roberts Will Be The Talk Of Pat Smith’s “Celebrating Second Chances For Overcomers”
Last year at this time, Pat Smith’s Treasure You retreat weekend was thrown a hitch. It was a big one. The keynote speaker Robin Roberts had to cancel. But she had a very. . . extremely ... good reason. She had been diagnosed with life-threatening MDS and had to undergo intense treatments immediately. Not to worry. A year later, Robin is fit as a fiddle and scheduled to be … [Read more...] about “Good Morning America”‘s Robin Roberts Will Be The Talk Of Pat Smith’s “Celebrating Second Chances For Overcomers”
Pat And Emmitt Smith Along With Hard Night’s Day Help MakeAWay Charities Raise Funds
If you loved the Beatles or better yet Dallas' own Hard Day's Night, then you'll want to put a hold on Saturday, October 27. The HDN foursome will be appearing at the Westin Galleria to benefit MakeAWay Charities.The ever-gorgeous Pat Smith and her dancing husband Emmitt will be the honorary chairs for this fundraiser that "has helped over 1,000 families in need of a helping … [Read more...] about Pat And Emmitt Smith Along With Hard Night’s Day Help MakeAWay Charities Raise Funds