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MySweetWishList: The Trains At NorthPark

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According to Ronald McDonald House of Dallas CEO Jill Cumnock, "The holidays are enchanting, so if I could wave a wand and have one wish, I would want everyone to visit The Trains at NorthPark miniature trains exhibit. Our location is on Level Two next to Nordstrom, so while you’re already at NorthPark, come visit with your children, grandchildren or by yourself! "All … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: The Trains At NorthPark

Barbershop Quartet Welcomes The Trains At NorthPark Patrons At Kacy And Carter Tolleson’s Home

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Just a few blocks away from Melissa and Trevor Fetter's party for the Silver Supper Announcement party on Tuesday, November 3, Kacy and Carter Tolleson opened their home for The Trains At NorthPark patron party benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Here's a report from the field: Before The Trains at NorthPark opens on Saturday, November 21, the Ronald McDonald … [Read more...] about Barbershop Quartet Welcomes The Trains At NorthPark Patrons At Kacy And Carter Tolleson’s Home

Pirch Set Quite A Fare For Ronald McDonald Of Dallas’ Trains Of NorthPark Patrons

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Team Connor was partying among the butter-soft Bottega fashions at NorthPark on Wednesday, September 23. Just down the NorthPark way at Pirch’s glamorama kitchen, the goodies were being served up on trays and an array of glasses were filled with vino. The occasion? Not a foodie convention! Rather it was the patrons of the upcoming Trains at NorthPark presented by Bank of … [Read more...] about Pirch Set Quite A Fare For Ronald McDonald Of Dallas’ Trains Of NorthPark Patrons

MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Trains At NorthPark

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According to The Trains at NorthPark Co-chairs Jennifer Tobin and April Cook, “The Trains at NorthPark, which is the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas’ largest fundraiser, rolls through Dallas’ premier shopping venue from November 21st through January 3rd. Be sure to put it on your calendar, order a hand-painted railcar or become a sponsor because the funds raised help … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Trains At NorthPark

The Trains At NorthPark Co-Chairs April Cook And Jennifer Tobin Reveal Plans For Ronald McDonald Of Dallas Fundraiser

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It’s hard to imagine chilly, sweater weather, but on Wednesday, May 13, the holidays were on the minds of the folks at Lublu in Preston Center. The occasion was the Trains at NorthPark announcement party with Maynon Ballow showing Paolo Costagli jewelry and Lublu neighbor, R+D Kitchen, providing all types of appetizers. Surrounded by designer outfits, Co-Chairs April … [Read more...] about The Trains At NorthPark Co-Chairs April Cook And Jennifer Tobin Reveal Plans For Ronald McDonald Of Dallas Fundraiser

Round Robin April 15: Côtes Du Coeur Reception, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Derby Day And Moonlight Ball Patron Parties

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Accountants were hunkered down trying to meet the midnight tax deadline. But the evening of Wednesday, April 15, was one of those rare nights when the weather was ideal and partying indoors and out was incredible. Some of the events taking place included: Côtes Du Coeur Reception Heart disease survivor and fundraiser Mary Gill was being celebrated at Jimmy Choo in … [Read more...] about Round Robin April 15: Côtes Du Coeur Reception, Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Derby Day And Moonlight Ball Patron Parties

Despite Some Puddles And Valet Challenges, Ronald McDonald’s “Under The Moonlight” Overcame The Evening’s Drips

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Some things usually don’t mix well. For instance, trophy wives and first wives. Love handles and speedos. You get the drift. One of those situation took place the evening of Saturday, March 21. What was the non-mix? Fragile silk frocks, delicate stilettos—and rain. No, it wasn’t the downpour type. Think drip-drop drizzle. But even that wasn’t the problem, or it shouldn’t have … [Read more...] about Despite Some Puddles And Valet Challenges, Ronald McDonald’s “Under The Moonlight” Overcame The Evening’s Drips

POSTPONEMENT: Ronald McDonald House Of Dallas’ Under The Moonlight Sponsor Party

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With wet, icy weather comes postponements. One of the first to hit the email-box is the sponsor party for Ronald McDonald House of Dallas' Under the Moonlight fundraiser. The new date is Wednesday, April 15. That's good news. Because that gives you have more time to sign up to be a sponsor for the Saturday, March 21st Under the Moonlight seated dinner by Chef Sharon Van … [Read more...] about POSTPONEMENT: Ronald McDonald House Of Dallas’ Under The Moonlight Sponsor Party

MySweet2015Goal: Jill Cumnock

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According to Ronald McDonald House of Dallas CEO Jill Cumnock, "I would say that most people understand Ronald McDonald House of Dallas’ mission of providing a home away from home to families with seriously ill or injured children, but they don’t always know how inclusive that care can be. For instance, we provide transportation to and from area hospitals to our families … [Read more...] about MySweet2015Goal: Jill Cumnock

The Trains At NorthPark With Kid Conductor Ruth Daniel Kicked Off The Ronald McDonald House Of Dallas Fundraiser

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Change can be good. And The Trains at NorthPark breakfast kick-off on Saturday, November 22, proved just that. The biggy change for the annual roll of the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas fundraiser was the relocation. Instead of many past Trains at NorthPark being on the upper level between Neiman’s and Nordstroms, the 2014 ever-popular train depot was located … [Read more...] about The Trains At NorthPark With Kid Conductor Ruth Daniel Kicked Off The Ronald McDonald House Of Dallas Fundraiser

Round Robin November 5: Too Many To Mention But Dang It If NorthPark Isn’t Part Of All Of ‘Em

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According to six degrees of separation, everyone/everything is just six or fewer steps away from another person in the world. On Wednesday, November 5, NorthPark was less than two steps away from all the fundraising activities in the area. Nexus Annual Appeal Campaign Kick-Off Party The Nexus Annual Appeal Campaign Kick-Off Party was taking place at CH Carolina Herrera at … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 5: Too Many To Mention But Dang It If NorthPark Isn’t Part Of All Of ‘Em