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Sarah Jo Hardin

Ruby Red Gala “Bubbled” With A Sprite Splashing Onto A Woman’s Garden Infinity Pool

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The Dallas Arboretum looked as if it was going through a seasonal transition on the evening of Friday, October 21. While displays of gourds looked right at home around the grounds as Halloween approached, an installation of Christmas decorations could be glimpsed hidden behind panels. But on this night, the main attraction was the three-part Ruby Red Gala chaired by … [Read more...] about Ruby Red Gala “Bubbled” With A Sprite Splashing Onto A Woman’s Garden Infinity Pool

A Slight Brouhaha Over A Snapshot Interrupted A Writer’s Garden Patron Party’s Protocol

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With British Royals showing the decorum of pomp and circumstance still top of mind following the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, there should have been a stiff upper lip for North Texas events ... especially with one of the Brits’ upper crust in attendance. So the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s A Writer’s Garden’s timing was right on target with its Royal Noble and … [Read more...] about A Slight Brouhaha Over A Snapshot Interrupted A Writer’s Garden Patron Party’s Protocol

JUST IN: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum Is Celebrating Its Multi-Anniversary Year With Class

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Despite tonight’s threats of torrential storms, primary election results coming in and the Dallas Mavs shooting for a miracle win against the Golden State Warriors, Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum President Sarah Jo Hardin was not going to be dissuaded from announcing the big plans for the Council’s multi-anniversary celebrations ahead. She made the announcements to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum Is Celebrating Its Multi-Anniversary Year With Class

Despite A Chill In The Wind, 2019 Art In Bloom’s Double Feature “Joie Des Fleurs” Debuted

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Springtime’s Dallas Museum of Art’s fundraiser Art in Bloom has always provided an opportunity for silks and breezy looks to step out. Event Chair Eleanor Bond had decided to change things up a bit. After all, it was the 20th anniversary of the Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser. Instead of the luncheon and lecture taking place on a Monday, she arranged for two sessions on Sunday, … [Read more...] about Despite A Chill In The Wind, 2019 Art In Bloom’s Double Feature “Joie Des Fleurs” Debuted

2019 Art In Bloom Patron Party Blossoms At Cooley Estate

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The evening of Thursday, March 21, was ideal with temperatures in the 70s for a party to celebrate spring and the upcoming floral delights of the Dallas Museum of Art League's "Art in Bloom 2019: Joie des Fleurs." And what better place to honor the fundraiser's patrons than Lisa and Clay Cooley's estate. To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Art in Bloom, glass artist Carlyn … [Read more...] about 2019 Art In Bloom Patron Party Blossoms At Cooley Estate

2019 Art in Bloom: Joie des Fleurs Kicks Off At Sixty Vines With Details Of The Dallas Museum Of Art League Fundraiser

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Between the 2018 Crystal Charity Ball's theme focused on New Orleans and 2019 Art In Bloom's Joie des Fleurs' brunch that conjures up thoughts of the Crescent City's Brennan's, it appears that New Orleans has become a suburb of North Texas. To get things rolling along for the Dallas Museum of Art League's March fundraiser, Art in Bloom Chair Eleanor gathered the committee … [Read more...] about 2019 Art in Bloom: Joie des Fleurs Kicks Off At Sixty Vines With Details Of The Dallas Museum Of Art League Fundraiser

The Averitt Ladies To Tri-Chair Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show At The Fairmont Dallas

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  Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Mari Epperson has hit a triple play for the Fashion Notes Luncheon and Style Show. To chair the event on Monday, October 23, at the Fairmont Dallas’ Venetian Room, she arranged to have the Averitt females — Barbara Averitt, Kendra Averitt and Susan Averitt Duval. The ladies are carrying on the family’s involvement … [Read more...] about The Averitt Ladies To Tri-Chair Dallas Symphony Orchestra League’s Fashion Notes Luncheon And Style Show At The Fairmont Dallas

Philanthropist Sherwood Wagner Turned Her Preston Hollow East Mansion Into A Floral Delight For The Art In Bloom Patrons

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Sherwood Wagner does nothing on a mini-scale level. So, the Art in Bloom patron guests had quite a flora experience at her Preston Hollow East home-sweet-home on Saturday, March 25. Just a hint were the floral petals creating a carpet of dazzling colors leading to Patron Party Co-Chair Sherwood’s chateau. But once inside and squeezed through the throng, the 100 guests … [Read more...] about Philanthropist Sherwood Wagner Turned Her Preston Hollow East Mansion Into A Floral Delight For The Art In Bloom Patrons

Sold-Out Alert!: 2017 Art In Bloom

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Whoops! Yesterday it was reported that no “Sold Outs” had been announced for the spring fundraising season following spring break. Today word arrived that that status had changed. Not only is the 2017 Art In Bloom's "Seasons Of Love" hosted by the Dallas Museum of Art League and chaired by Sarah Jo Hardin sold out, but organizers have added an opportunity for those who … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2017 Art In Bloom

2017 Art In Bloom Chair Sarah Jo Hardin Reveals Plans For Dallas Museum Of Art March Fundraiser

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Plans for the 2017 Art in Bloom fundraiser for the Dallas Museum of Art were unveiled at Highland Park Village's St. John back on Wednesday, October 19, completed with champagne. Here's a report from the field: The Dallas Museum of Art League unveiled details for “Art in Bloom 2017:  Seasons of Love,’ at a recent cocktail reception held at St. John in Highland Park … [Read more...] about 2017 Art In Bloom Chair Sarah Jo Hardin Reveals Plans For Dallas Museum Of Art March Fundraiser