Oh, what a night the guests at The Charles C. Sprague Sage Society dinner had hearing about tales of faraway places and adventures few people have experienced. Taking place at "a local country club" on Tuesday, October 24, The Senior Source fundraiser's keynote speaker was "local boy" Victor Vescovo, who had conquered the depths of the sea and the world's tallest … [Read more...] about World Adventurer Victor Vescovo Shared Past Tales And Future Undertakings At The Sage Society Supper
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‘Gestalt Of Love’ Was In The Air At Literacy Achieves’ Wings Of Spring Gala
It was only fitting that a musical group called Brasuka entertained at the annual Wings of Spring gala benefiting Literacy Achieves at Dallas' AT&T Performing Arts Center on Monday, April 25. After all, the "world music ensemble" boasts everything from reggae, samba and jazz to classical, funk and Brazilian rhythms in its repertoire. And a similar eclectic spirit powers … [Read more...] about ‘Gestalt Of Love’ Was In The Air At Literacy Achieves’ Wings Of Spring Gala
2022 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardee Michael Sorrell Discussed The Ethics Of Convenience
Before the first guests arrived for the 2022 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award reception beginning at 11 a.m., much activity was already underway on Tuesday, April 12. Outside SMU’s Martha Proctor Mack Grand Ballroom, the latest cold front was knocking at the door. On the adjacent terrace, the high top tableclothes were flowing in the wind. Plan B was put into place with a couple … [Read more...] about 2022 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Awardee Michael Sorrell Discussed The Ethics Of Convenience
Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past
The Dallas Historical Society adjusted its annual Awards For Excellence Luncheon at the Fairmont on Thursday, November 21, to streamline the presentation of the Dallas History Makers. Gone was the VIP reception. Instead, the awardees were part of the pre-luncheon reception in the lobby outside the Regency Ballroom with portraits of the recipients by Holt Haynsworth. Looking … [Read more...] about Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past
2019 Milestones Luncheon Ranged From Traditional Accolades To “Star Wars'” Keri Russell
Some came to the Junior League of Dallas’ Milestones Luncheon on Friday, November 1, expecting Felicity with her swirls of curls; some just knew that they were going to have the hardened Elizabeth Jennings of "The Americans;" and old-timers thought a Mickey Mouse Club alumnae would be in the spotlight at the Hilton Anatole. None of 'em showed up. Instead, they got to see … [Read more...] about 2019 Milestones Luncheon Ranged From Traditional Accolades To “Star Wars'” Keri Russell
The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
While The Family Place ReuNighters kicked off at Stanley Korshak on Thursday, October 10, the Dallas Opera loving 1st Night patrons were north of the Dallas CBD at Lisa and David Genecov’s Preston Hollow mansion. Just off the entry 1st Night Co-Chairs Carol and Don Glendenning were happily settled in the two-story library, while 1st Sight 1st Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council Annual Luncheon Features Awards And A Discussion By Watergate Reporters
There seemed to be was almost a full house on Tuesday, October 8, when the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council held its 71st Annual Awards Luncheon at the Irving Convention Center. And, there was good reason for the crowd to be so large. The Council was to present its big annual awards, after all, and the famous Watergate journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein were … [Read more...] about Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council Annual Luncheon Features Awards And A Discussion By Watergate Reporters
Skip’s Switcheroo Sparkles At The Senior Source’s Sage Society Supper
North Texas' favorite-son writer Skip Hollandsworth thought he was just going to give a talk for 30 ladies of The Senior Source’s Charles C. Sprague Sage Society on Wednesday, May 1. But the day before his scheduled presentation at the society's 20th annual dinner at the Dallas Country Club, he checked out the guest list, with names on it like Bobby Lyle, Alina and Ruben … [Read more...] about Skip’s Switcheroo Sparkles At The Senior Source’s Sage Society Supper
The Inaugural Class Of The Dallas Opera Honorary Directors Is Announced
Since being established in 1957, The Dallas Opera has had its ups and downs. But then hasn’t every organization? But what was been the sustaining factor in TDO weathering the changing times has been the number of people whose support and loyalty have made it endure. To pay homage to 16 such folks, the Dallas Opera Honorary Directors was recently established. According to … [Read more...] about The Inaugural Class Of The Dallas Opera Honorary Directors Is Announced