Built in 1910, the two-story, red-brick house at 4513 Gaston had been built during the turn-of-the-century glory days of East Dallas when Swiss Avenue was the showplace boulevard just blocks away. Over the years, both the house and the neighborhood had their ups and downs. Like other family homes in the area, 4513 evolved into a boarding house that was in need of some love and … [Read more...] about The Magdalen House Officially Put Out The Welcome Mat Thursday At Maggie’s House
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JUST IN: 2019 Tablescapes Check Presentation Of $261,382.73 Was A Record Breaker
Leave it to those Kappa Kappa Gamma alumanae to literally turn the tables on their own fundraising efforts. Tonight the 2019 Kappa Tablescapes Co-Chairs Anne McPherson, Kim Purnell and Stacey Walker did just that at Margaret Schouse’s home. They broke previous records by netting (that’s netting, not just raising) $261,382.73 for their two-day fundraising at the Dallas Country … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 Tablescapes Check Presentation Of $261,382.73 Was A Record Breaker
The Magdalen House’s “Leave A Legacy Dinner” Had Laura Bush And A Big Announcement On The Program
It was no wonder that The Magdalen House's 2019 "Leave A Legacy Dinner" on Thursday, October 3, at The Hall on Dragon was the biggest one in the organization's history. With former First Lady Laura Bush as the keynote speaker and the announcement of the Legacy of Hope Capital Campaign, it was a full-plate evening. With a goal of $3.2M for the new facility, Executive Director … [Read more...] about The Magdalen House’s “Leave A Legacy Dinner” Had Laura Bush And A Big Announcement On The Program
Grovel Alert: 2019 Tablescapes
If you’ve already locked down your spot(s) for the Kappa Kappa Gamma Tablescapes two-day fundraiser on Monday, October 14, and Tuesday, October 15, at the Dallas Country Club, you can stop reading. On the other hand, if you haven’t, you’re running out of time. Only individual tickets for the luncheon and Tablescapes by Candlelight are available. According to … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2019 Tablescapes
Nancy And Jack Zogg And The David M. Crowley Foundation To Be Honored At Leave A Legacy Dinner
When Leave A Legacy Dinner Chair Kathi Shuford announced that former first lady Laura Bush would be the keynoter for The Magdalen House fundraiser on Thursday, October 3, she hinted that there would be additional news to come. Well, that news has arrived. Presented by the Ben E. Keith Company Foundation, the dinner will honor the recipients of The Advocacy Award and The … [Read more...] about Nancy And Jack Zogg And The David M. Crowley Foundation To Be Honored At Leave A Legacy Dinner
JUST IN: Kappa Kappa Gammas Reveal Chairs, Dates And Beneficiaries For 25th Anniversary Tablescapes
The key-loving Dallas' Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae are already planning for the 25th Annual Tablescapes! Following tradition, the two-day program is tailor-made for every host/hostess thanks to glorious table settings, a world-renowned speaker and delicious get-togethers. It's simply a cornucopia of ideas that could inspire festive looks for an heirloom dining room table or even … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Kappa Kappa Gammas Reveal Chairs, Dates And Beneficiaries For 25th Anniversary Tablescapes
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Leave A Legacy: An Evening With Elizabeth Vargas
According to Leave A Legacy: An Evening With Elizabeth Vargas Co-Chairs Laurie Evans, Lacy Montgomery and Kathleen Powell, "On Thursday, October 11th, The Magdalen House is excited and honored to host Elizabeth Vargas at our Leave a Legacy: An Evening with Elizabeth Vargas dinner presented by Ben E. Keith Foundation Trust at Fashion Industry Gallery in the heart … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Leave A Legacy: An Evening With Elizabeth Vargas
Former “20/20” Anchor Elizabeth Vargas To Speak At The Magdalen House’s “Leave A Legacy” Fundraiser
It’s not everyone who has Diane Sawyer and David Muir show up for their going away party. Well, “20/20” anchor Elizabeth Vargas did. After working at ABC for 21 years, she was the guest of honor at a party Monday, May 21, hosted by Senior Executive Producer David Sloan. Starting Monday the 55-year-old brunette will be “the face of the new A&E franchise, ‘A&E … [Read more...] about Former “20/20” Anchor Elizabeth Vargas To Speak At The Magdalen House’s “Leave A Legacy” Fundraiser