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TV’s B*tch Of The 80’s Morgan Fairchild And Faux Elvis Raised The Paddles And Dancing At Top Hat And Tails

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From first signs, Paws in the City’s Top Hat and Tails looked like it had turned tables on itself. It had built its reputation on having local celebs and corporate reps take to the dance floor with Arthur Murray professionals in a dance-off, like “Dancing With The Stars.” Why, they even managed to get outfits that had been worn on the ABC-TV show. Last year the group decided … [Read more...] about TV’s B*tch Of The 80’s Morgan Fairchild And Faux Elvis Raised The Paddles And Dancing At Top Hat And Tails

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2015 Top Hat And Tails

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There may have been no hats, but there were a couple of tails at the Paws in the City’s Top Hat and Tails fundraiser on Saturday, May 30, at the Westin Galleria Hotel. The group decided to change from a “Dancing With The Stars” format to a “Love Me Tender” performance by a faux Elvis. The surprise of the evening was the honorary chair. Usually they just sit quietly, but this … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2015 Top Hat And Tails

JUST IN: Dallas Zoo’s Safari Night Concert Series Opener Postponed, But You Can Still Party For Animals

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If you had plans to attend the first of the Dallas Zoo's Safari Night summer concert series tomorrow night (Saturday), unplan it. The good folks at the zoo just announced that  "the record rainfall and last night's storms have saturated Cat Green, where the outdoor concert series is held. "With the potential for more storms in the forecast and the safety of guests, animals … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Zoo’s Safari Night Concert Series Opener Postponed, But You Can Still Party For Animals

Morgan Fairchild To Be Honorary Chair For Paws In The City’s “Top Hat & Tails”

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Back in the 1960’s Patsy Ann McClenny was typical of most Dallas gals. She wanted to be part of Ron Chapman’s Sump‘n Else’s “The Little Group” that included Joanie Prather, Delpha Teague, Colleen Anderegg and Kathy Forney. But despite repeated auditions, she just didn't make the cut. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDn_WBhutjc Now, most teenagers would have sulked, gone … [Read more...] about Morgan Fairchild To Be Honorary Chair For Paws In The City’s “Top Hat & Tails”

Annual Top Hats And Tails Is Barking Up A New Venue For Paws In The City Fundraising

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Whoa! The Paws in the City folks have taken a different road in fundraising this year. Instead of having a faux “Dancing With The Stars” event at the Frontiers of Flight, they’ve topsy-turvied things to raise funds. First of all, check your calendar. Look at the Saturday following Memorial Day, like May 30. You’re either gonna be so out of town or stuck in the North Texas … [Read more...] about Annual Top Hats And Tails Is Barking Up A New Venue For Paws In The City Fundraising

Eddie Deen’s Was Filled With Party Animals With Howling Success For Paws In The City

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Despite August’s promise of being a ho-hum month in preparation of the upcoming slam-bang fundraising season, Sunday, August 3, proved otherwise. From 11-4 Eddie Deen’s was the ultimate dog park. In addition to the air conditioned surroundings, the place was jamming with pooches all dressed up and their two-legged escorts to raise money for Paws in the City at Howlin’ … [Read more...] about Eddie Deen’s Was Filled With Party Animals With Howling Success For Paws In The City

Paws In The City’s Top Hat & Tails Moved Its Dancing Ways To April

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With temperatures in the 60’s it’s hard to imagine July with its sweltering heat. But maybe that thought of summer baking was the impetus for the Paws in the City organizers to up and move its annual Top Hat & Tails to April. Event Chair Tina Fairbanks admitted that in making the move, there was a slight oops! They discovered a Saturday in April that appeared totally … [Read more...] about Paws In The City’s Top Hat & Tails Moved Its Dancing Ways To April

JUST IN: Top Hat & Tails Moves To April And Returns To Celebrity Dancers

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Paws in the City made a change last year. Instead of local celebrities dancing in the Top Hat & Tails fundraiser, they opted to have sponsored volunteers. Word just arrived that they’ve re-examined their event and have made some more changes for this year’s dance-athon. First, they’re not going to hold it in June. That’s a very big deal. Why? Because it had become … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Top Hat & Tails Moves To April And Returns To Celebrity Dancers

Top Hat & Tails Tries A New Routine With A Hightower Standout

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Top Hat & Tails took their dance show in a different direction this year at the Frontiers of Flight Museum on Saturday, June 15. Instead of local celebs dancing with Arthur Murray pros, the organizers decided to the rest of the world a chance. Perhaps not as much glitter, but more dough for Paws In The City.According to Top Hat & Tails Co-chair/co-founder Becky Haisma, … [Read more...] about Top Hat & Tails Tries A New Routine With A Hightower Standout

UPDATE: Top Hat & Tails Format Changes From Celebrities To Fundraising Heroes

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Just heard from our friends at Top Hats & Tails about their change of strategy. In between taking care of critters, they let us know: “We are doing things a little differently.  We have members of the community who raised money for us dancing.  . .  Our Honorary Chair is Chelsie Hightower from ABC's “Dancing With The Stars”. . . Our judges are Kellie Rasberry, John … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Top Hat & Tails Format Changes From Celebrities To Fundraising Heroes