The weather couldn't have been more perfect for the 2019 Cattle Baron's Ball at Gilley's Dallas on Saturday, October 19. And, a heckuva lot of folks took full advantage of it to celebrate this year's theme, "True Grit," and to raise another big pile of money for the American Cancer Society. While past CBB Chairs like Founder Jacque Wynne, Mary Martha Pickens, Olivia … [Read more...] about 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Was A True Gritty Fundraiser With Thousands At Gilley’s
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JUST IN: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann And Lisa Shirley Present A Check For $3,940,843 For North Texas Cancer Research
2020 Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall had their first official gathering of their committee at Del Frisco's in Uptown today. Just to prove how hardy the baronesses are, their group photo was taken outside in 37-degree weather with the wind and traffic blowing by. But the highlight of the luncheon was the presentation by 2019 Co-Chairs … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann And Lisa Shirley Present A Check For $3,940,843 For North Texas Cancer Research
Jada Pinkett Smith Highlights Sex-Trafficking Issues At New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon
Shelly Slater and Christa Sanford, co-chairs with their husbands of the 2019 Annual Luncheon for the New Friends New Life anti-sex-trafficking group, both were wearing colorful Abi Ferrin scarves when they took the stage at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Friday, October 11. Their fashion choices made sense, since Abi is employing formerly trafficked women — who are now being helped … [Read more...] about Jada Pinkett Smith Highlights Sex-Trafficking Issues At New Friends New Life Annual Luncheon
“True Grit” Tips For Saturday’s 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Fundraiser At Gilley’s
If ever there was a perfect day for outdoor activities in North Texas, today is just about at the top of the list. But 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley and their committee of 98 aren’t playing tennis, jogging or even sipping adult beverages on patios. They’re at Gilley’s setting up a massive room of silent auction items, stuffing favor bags, … [Read more...] about “True Grit” Tips For Saturday’s 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Fundraiser At Gilley’s
The Martins (Steve And Short) Brought Laughs, Music and Funds To The Winspear For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember”
Two (aka Steve Martin and Martin Short) of the three amigos transformed the Winspear Opera House into a combination of Comedy Central and a Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, September 21, for CitySquare's annual "A Night To Remember." While sharing the name "Martin," the two friends quickly made it apparent that their styles are different yet complementary. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about The Martins (Steve And Short) Brought Laughs, Music and Funds To The Winspear For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember”
Kristi And Patrick Sands’ Home Was Packed To The Max For 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Underwriters’ Party
Whether it was an accident or by choice, the 2019 Cattle Baron's Ball Underwriter Party took place on Friday, September 13, with a full moon. As the crowd grew and grew to a whopping 300 over at Kristi and Patrick Sands' Highland Park home, the orange ball in the sky quietly moved to be just in the right spot as a Texas-sized decoration. 2019 CBB Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and … [Read more...] about Kristi And Patrick Sands’ Home Was Packed To The Max For 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Underwriters’ Party
Cattle Baron’s Gals Hit The Jackpot With Inaugural Poker Night And NFL Kickoff Game Watch Party
The Texas Hold 'Em games wouldn't be starting until 7:30 p.m. But NFL Hall of Famer Charles Haley was on-site earlier than that for the first-ever Poker Night and NFL Kickoff Game Watch Party at Dallas' brand-new Crozier Hall event space. The Thursday, September 5 Cattle Baron's Ball fundraiser, which was organized to benefit pediatric cancer research, was also the … [Read more...] about Cattle Baron’s Gals Hit The Jackpot With Inaugural Poker Night And NFL Kickoff Game Watch Party
2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Reveal Get-Together Unveiled 21 Luxury Packages
Piper Moon staked her claim in the corner of Bachendorf's entry on Wednesday, August 28, there among the gift bags for the 2019 Cattle Baron's Ball Live Auction Preview party. Along the display cases over the gems, Tony Lama boots were lined up and, across the way, Jack Winery bottles were opened for pouring. As a server heard, "A bit more of the pinot," he hustled over to … [Read more...] about 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Reveal Get-Together Unveiled 21 Luxury Packages
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Chairmen Wendy Messmann and Lisa Haddow Shirley, The Cattle Baron’s Ball relies on the spirit and generosity of the Metroplex to fund the fight against cancer. Since 1974, we’ve raised more than $81 million for cancer research, the majority of which is conducted in North Texas. True to Texas’ history of rising to the challenge, we’ve … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Diana Hamilton And Heather Perttula Randall To Co-Chair 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Haddow Shirley have been in overdrive herding their committee to raise funds for American Cancer Society research and treatments in North Texas. The 100 ladies have been selling everything from bricks for Hope Lodge to mega-sponsorships. But they’ve just revealed the co-chairs for 2020. They will be two tall … [Read more...] about Diana Hamilton And Heather Perttula Randall To Co-Chair 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Trailblazer’s Party At A “Royall” Spread Pumped Up Enthusiasm For The 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball
As guests streamed into the beautiful home of Jennifer and Walker Royall on Thursday, May 16, for the Cattle Baron's Ball Trailblazer's Party, many couldn't wait to have their photos taken with country singer Keith Urban. Well, not exactly with Keith himself, but with a life-sized, cardboard cutout of the Aussie star. Keith will be headlining, of course, at the 2019 Cattle … [Read more...] about Trailblazer’s Party At A “Royall” Spread Pumped Up Enthusiasm For The 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball