"Turning lemons into lemonade” means transforming a not-so-great situation into a grand occasion. In the case of Lindalyn Bennett Adams, she turned lemons into lemon pie, with folks lining up for second helpings. If Lindalyn were to read the above description, she’d laugh that funny giggle, take a deep breath and with a twinkle in her eyes scoff at the idea that she had done … [Read more...] about A Passing: Lindalyn Bennett Adams
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Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse
If Dallas has a sweetheart, it’s Lindalyn Adams. And while, as one person said, she may not have been a native Dallasite, she got here as fast as possible. And in Lindalyn's case, she was three months old when her folks brought her to Big D. But from that time on she has been on a mission to celebrate and protect Dallas’ legacy. On Wednesday, September 11, more than 100 … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse
The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
Attendees at the Tuesday, September 10 quarterly meeting of the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board had some interesting art to look at before the luncheon began. As the likes of Tom Dunning, Ken Schnitzer, J. Marc Myers and Pierce Allman huddled outside the meeting room, a number of black-and-white medical drawings were on display. They were vivid, … [Read more...] about The Talk Was Heartfelt At The Quarterly Meeting Of The Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Advisory Board
JUST IN: Jan And Fred Hegi’s Family To Receive The 2019 Flora Award
Just ask Jan and Fred Hegi about their kids and they shine like a supernova. Not only will they tell you that their sons, Brian Hegi and Peter Hegi, are the best sons in these parts, but they have the most incredibly wonderful daughters-in-law in Libby (aka Mrs. Brian) Hegi and Amy (aka (Mrs. Peter) Hegi. Too sweet to believe? It only gets worse. Amy and Hegi are … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Jan And Fred Hegi’s Family To Receive The 2019 Flora Award
The Dallas Historical Society Recalls The Roosevelt Family ‘From Hyde Park To Fair Park’
Pierce Allman was one of about 200 attendees at an art exhibition and panel discussion on Thursday, March 21, at Fair Park's Hall of State that focused on First Lady Eleanor and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. But Pierce may have been one of the few guests there who recalled listening to FDR's voice in real time. "I remember hearing him speak on the radio when I was … [Read more...] about The Dallas Historical Society Recalls The Roosevelt Family ‘From Hyde Park To Fair Park’
AI In Healthcare Was On The Menu For Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Luncheon
What did China have to do with the Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Board quarterly luncheon on Tuesday, February 12? More about that later. The gathering of the guests like Trisha Wilson, Jill Smith, Charlie Brindell Jr., Dr. Bob Gunby, Julie Turner, Barry Andrews, Jim Lozier, Keenan Delaney, Steve Lieberman, Peggy and Dr. Leonard Riggs, Pierce Allman, Bob Kaminski … [Read more...] about AI In Healthcare Was On The Menu For Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation Luncheon
Flora Award Patron Party Hits Pay Dirt With Announcement Of Allie Beth And Pierce Allman As 2018 Awardees
As the clouds starting unloading tear drops, the Texas Discovery Gardens' 2018 Flora Award patron party patrons were nicely ensconced in Karen and Stephen Jones's old digs. While Flora awardees Allie Beth and Pierce Allman posed for photos with 2018 Co-Chairs Laura Chancellor Black and Kelly Cantu Dees, Pierce was asked how he remembered his wife's name. Simple! It's on … [Read more...] about Flora Award Patron Party Hits Pay Dirt With Announcement Of Allie Beth And Pierce Allman As 2018 Awardees
JUST IN: Allie Beth And Pierce Allman To Receive Texas Discovery Gardens’ 35th Flora Award
It’s been 35 years since Texas Discovery Gardens held its first Flora Award Gala to “recognize outstanding citizens who have demonstrated a commitment to community service, natural resource education, protection of the environment and quality of life.” Over the years local favorites (Crows, Hunts, Halliday, Millers, Meadows, etc.), international types (Gloria Vanderbilt … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Allie Beth And Pierce Allman To Receive Texas Discovery Gardens’ 35th Flora Award
Double Centennial Celebration Of DCMSAF And Aldredge House Included Memories Of A Disrobing Sue Ellen And “The Country Club Girls”
Susan McSherry was on the verge of moving from a home that her family had carefully restored. She was amazed that despite the meticulous restoration, potential buyers were wondering where the playroom and/or media room was. How ironic on a day when 340 guests like Susan Williams and husband Highland Park Mayor Joel Williams, former Dallas City … [Read more...] about Double Centennial Celebration Of DCMSAF And Aldredge House Included Memories Of A Disrobing Sue Ellen And “The Country Club Girls”
Sunshine Returns To The Area With Southern Charmer James Farmer For The Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Luncheon
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