When the late Ray Nasher created Business Council for the Arts, his aim was to bring together the North Texas arts groups with the business community. As proof of his mission succeeding, BCA holds the annual Obelisk Awards Luncheon recognizing individuals and organizations for their contributions. This year’s luncheon at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District on Thursday, … [Read more...] about 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Was A Group Hug For Artists, Businesses And Philanthropists
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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon
Despite battling the years of the pandemic, North Texas art groups proved their creativity and eloquence were still in place. Case in point was the Business Council for the Arts' 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 14, at the JW Marriott Dallas Arts District Hotel. Thanks to BCA Founder Chair Nancy Nasher, BCA CEO Stacie Adams and Luncheon Chair Courtney … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2024 Obelisk Awards Luncheon
“The King Of Diamonds” Author Rena Pederson Was A Gem Of A Storyteller At The Write Stuff
Custom fashion designer Michael Faircloth admitted he’s not much of a reader. But he made an exception for “The King of Diamonds,” a new book by veteran journalist Rena Pederson about the bold, uncaught jewel thief who snuck into the mansions of North Texas’ elite in the late 1950s and ’60s. “My partner said, ‘You have to read this book, because you know so many people, and … [Read more...] about “The King Of Diamonds” Author Rena Pederson Was A Gem Of A Storyteller At The Write Stuff
AWARE Dallas Grants And New Board Announced For 2024-2025
AWARE Dallas President Karen Koop has announced the grant recipients and board members for 2024-2025. Joining Karen in leading the organization are the following board of director officers: Treasurer Emily Collins, Finance Stacey Angel, Finance-Elect Catherine Weber, Corresponding Secretary Ellen Mata, Recording Secretary Rosanne McAdams, Programs Mari Epperson and Karisti … [Read more...] about AWARE Dallas Grants And New Board Announced For 2024-2025
Mad Hatter’s Was A Garden Of Greece With Togas, Goddesses, Pongs, Medusas And Fashions
With the clouds parting for the sun to shine on the Dallas Arboretum on Thursday, April 18, it was obvious that the gods of Mount Olympus were looking favorably on the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum fundraiser. Perhaps it was due to Mad Hatter's Luncheon Chair Allison Brodnax and Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum Karen Sargent having picked "Gardens Of Greece" as … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Was A Garden Of Greece With Togas, Goddesses, Pongs, Medusas And Fashions
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Azalea Luncheon
With the azaleas on the grounds of Kathy and Harlan Crow's estate in perfect harmony with the Turtle Creek Association's "Azalea Luncheon," guests were welcomed from the doorstep to what many claim was the first fashion show at the Crow Library on Tuesday, March 26. As colorful as the buds were outside, the fashions presented by North Dallas' Betty Reiter also displayed a … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Azalea Luncheon
44 Debutantes Texas Dipped At The 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball
When it comes to a changing of the guard, change naturally is ever-present. Some changes are for the better; some are snafus to learn from en route to growth. Such was the case with the 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball at the Meyerson Symphony Center on Saturday, February 10. With veteran presentation producer Jan Strimple having bowed out after the … [Read more...] about 44 Debutantes Texas Dipped At The 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball
Denim Will Rule 2024 AWARE Affair’s “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health” To Kick Down Alzheimer’s
AWARE Dallas is shifting its fundraising plans. Instead of stilettos and business suits, the 2024 AWARE Affair Co-Chairs Angie Carpenter, Dr. Kamilia Smith and Lacey Young are hankering for a more western feel with “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health.” Taking place on Friday, April 12, at Gilley’s Dallas, the event fighting Alzheimer's has also corralled some longtime AWARE … [Read more...] about Denim Will Rule 2024 AWARE Affair’s “Boots, Buckles And Brain Health” To Kick Down Alzheimer’s
Eiseman Jewels Made Room For Trombonists To Honor DSOL Deb And Honor Guard Parents
With holiday shoppers making the rounds at NorthPark Center on Thursday, November 30, the sound of music was heard coming out of Eiseman Jewels. Instead of strumming violins or guitars, it was a trio of Dallas Symphony Orchestra trombonists (Barry Hearn, Darren McHenry and Chris Oliver) nestled among the gems for a private party honoring the 2024 Dallas Symphony Orchestra … [Read more...] about Eiseman Jewels Made Room For Trombonists To Honor DSOL Deb And Honor Guard Parents
Award-Winning LeAnn Rimes Made Beautiful Music At The Celebrating Women Luncheon Fundraiser
As humongous autumn flowers floated overhead in the Anatole's Chantilly Ballroom on Monday, October 30, Baylor Scott and White Dallas Foundation's 2023 Celebrating Women Luncheon veteran guests realized that the past years of butterflies had been replaced by the blooming of the years of fundraising for Baylor Scott and White Health's battle against breast cancer … [Read more...] about Award-Winning LeAnn Rimes Made Beautiful Music At The Celebrating Women Luncheon Fundraiser
2023 Runway Report Was Filled With Touching Honors, Surprises, Oops And A Crown Toppler
As guests arrived for KidneyTexas Inc.'s 2023 Runway Report at Brook Hollow on Tuesday, September 26, Crissy Perham sat quietly in a room adjacent to the ballroom. Lying on the floor next to her was Dutchie, her rescue dog. Crissy told how Dutchie was so sensitive and caring for others, actually sensing when an act of kindness was needed. The same could have been said of … [Read more...] about 2023 Runway Report Was Filled With Touching Honors, Surprises, Oops And A Crown Toppler