Dancing, drinking and partying Cuban-style didn't require a trip to DFW International on Saturday, June 8... at least for the Young Friends of Wilkinson members and friends. They simply put on their brightest white outfits and headed over to The Empire Room, where the place was decked out in white from carpeting to walls for the annual White Party. Here's a report from the … [Read more...] about The White Party’s Havana Nights Sizzled With Dancing and Partying At The Empire Room
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More Than 300 Salute The Wilkinson Center At The Nonprofit’s 7th Annual Can Do! Luncheon
Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder neatly summed up the idea behind the nonprofit's 7th Annual Can Do! awards luncheon at the Dallas Country Club on Monday, March 4. "I once heard a minister say that God is constantly broadcasting messages, but not everyone has their radios on," Anne said, looking out over the crowd of 320. "But the entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about More Than 300 Salute The Wilkinson Center At The Nonprofit’s 7th Annual Can Do! Luncheon
Spirit Of Taos Enlivened The Statler’s Scout Restaurant With Mariachis And Friends Of Wilkinson Center
Before Chef Graham Dodds announced his departure from The Statler, one of the last big whoop-ti-dos that he orchestrated was the Friends of Wilkinson Center's Fifth Annual Spirit of Taos on Saturday, September 29. Here's a report from the field:Balloon arrangements and a sea of colorful cacti set the perfect backdrop for the 5th Annual Spirit of Taos presented by the … [Read more...] about Spirit Of Taos Enlivened The Statler’s Scout Restaurant With Mariachis And Friends Of Wilkinson Center
Annual Can Do! Lunch Saluted Entrepreneurship With The Addition Of A Young Up-And-Comer
With the fundraising spring season for 2018 in its final days, there are still plenty of folks supporting the nonprofit efforts. Despite Monday being a “dark day” for most events, Monday, May 7, felt more like a Thursday. It started off with the Sixth Annual Can Do! Luncheon at the Dallas Country Club. Unlike a couple or three years ago when tornadoes were threatening this … [Read more...] about Annual Can Do! Lunch Saluted Entrepreneurship With The Addition Of A Young Up-And-Comer
MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
According to Wilkinson Center Volunteer Jane Shouse,“As a Wilkinson Center volunteer for many years, I’ve come to understand how deeply felt the desire to have seasonal traditions, the kind most of us take for granted, is for families who struggle day to day with poverty. Their children dream of Santa, toys and treats of the season, and parents look forward to special … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
JUST IN: Wilkinson Center’s 2017 Can Do! Luncheon Chair Beth Thoele Reveals Plans Including Awardees
One of those luncheons that always makes people feel good about their neighbors and their community is the Wilkinson Center’s Can Do! Luncheon. While only five years old, it has already gained a reputation for highlighting the accomplishments of the well-known and should-be-known types.Beth Thoele, who will also be chairing the Equest Women’s Auxiliary’s fall luncheon, is … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Wilkinson Center’s 2017 Can Do! Luncheon Chair Beth Thoele Reveals Plans Including Awardees
Wilkinson Center’s Spirit Of Taos Returns To Melissa Benge Collection For A Kick-Off Party With Boots And News Galore
The Friends of Wilkinson Center’s Spirit of Taos was such a successful kickoff last year at Melissa Benge Collection, they did a repeat on Wednesday, September 21. It's no wonder. With boots, turquoise, suede coats, belts, saddles, leather goods and silver buckles, the shop seemed to have brought the best parts of Taos to the Knox-Henderson neighborhood.This year the … [Read more...] about Wilkinson Center’s Spirit Of Taos Returns To Melissa Benge Collection For A Kick-Off Party With Boots And News Galore
MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Spirit Of Taos
According to The Spirit Of Taos Co-Chair Meridith Myers Zidell,“Supporting Wilkinson Center is a family tradition in the Myers family. My Co-Chairs Sloan Looney Dix, and Stephanie Taylor and, I all grew up in Lakewood and all of our moms have been active in the Friends of Wilkinson Center for many years. They passed on their passion and commitment to the mission of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Spirit Of Taos
MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
According to Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder,“Our Food Pantry clients need extra food for the holidays since kids are out of school and family members are in town. We would provide a small ham or turkey to help stretch food donations. If you would like to help, please send a donation check with the notation ‘Turkey/Ham’ so that Wilkinson Center can purchase … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
A Simple “Thank You” Exemplifies Can Do! Lunch When It Comes To A Positive Spirit
While the Cattle Baron’s Ball gals in their stiletto heels and puffy skirts were checking out the Koch fashions at Korshak, the rest of nonprofits types were filling the Dallas Country Club ballroom for the Can Do! Luncheon. Much to Luncheon Chair Leslie Diers' relief, no tornadoes were on alert. Why, the only hitch was a three-minute shower that took place during the luncheon … [Read more...] about A Simple “Thank You” Exemplifies Can Do! Lunch When It Comes To A Positive Spirit
Grovel Alert: The White Party
Hopefully, you've got your ticket for The White Party. Word just arrived that the Saturday, June 13th event is on the verge of being a done deal at St. Ann Restaurant.There's a rumor that some folks were holding off because they actually thought the rain would never, ever stop. Well, it did stop and the sun has come out.Luckily, the party starts at 9 p.m. and runs … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: The White Party