As the cars lined up for the 2023 Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum's A Writer's Garden early on Tuesday, November 7, featured Co-Speakers/International Designers/authors Paola Moschino and Philip Vergeylen couldn't resist taking in the grounds of the Dallas Arboretum. Inside the Arboretum's Rosine Hall, Featured Co-Speaker Hillwood Estate Executive Director/author Kate … [Read more...] about A Writer’s Garden Took Guests From Gilded Age Gardens To Britain’s Town And Country Entertaining
Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
MySweetWishList: Mad Hatter’s Luncheon 2024
According to Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden President Karen Sargent, “The Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden would be grateful for your support through the purchase of sponsorships and tickets to the iconic Mad Hatter’s Luncheon to be held this spring at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. “The mission of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Mad Hatter’s Luncheon 2024
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Ruby Red Gala
According to Ruby Red Gala Chair Sharon Ballew, “The Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is celebrating! This is the 40th anniversary of the organization whose purpose is to maintain and to continue to develop ‘A Woman’s Garden,’ the centerpiece garden of the Dallas Arboretum. “To mark the special year, President Sarah Jo Hardin and The Women’s … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Ruby Red Gala
Mad Hatter’s Tea Chair Jolie Humphrey Used Connections To Create A Commemorative Silk Scarf For Annual Fundraiser
It pays to have talent in your gene pool. And 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Chair Jolie Humphrey tapped that element in her family to support the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s fundraiser on Thursday, April 15. Her mom is well-known artist Barbara Elam, whose work has been “included in over 250 national exhibits and a few international exhibits,” as well as being displayed … [Read more...] about Mad Hatter’s Tea Chair Jolie Humphrey Used Connections To Create A Commemorative Silk Scarf For Annual Fundraiser
JUST IN: 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Categories Revealed And They’re Game For Cheetah-ing
2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Out of Africa - Into The Garden Chair Jolie Humphrey and Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden President Kay Weeks haven’t exactly been on safari, but they’ve sent word from their journey for the Thursday, April 15, fundraiser that the categories are in place. Out of Africa: Most “True to Theme” Safari Riders: Best Group in … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea Categories Revealed And They’re Game For Cheetah-ing
Authors James Farmer And Lisa Fine Share Video Plans For Their Presentations At A Writer’s Garden
While some folks might be boo-hooing that A Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon is going to be virtual on Tuesday, November 17, they need to dry up those tears and cheer. One reason is Southern lifestyle author/interior designer James Farmer will be presenting from his home in Farmdale, Georgia. And if you have heard about James and wondered what’s made him … [Read more...] about Authors James Farmer And Lisa Fine Share Video Plans For Their Presentations At A Writer’s Garden
Canceled Event SOS: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s 2020 Mad Hatter’s Tea
According to Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden (WCDABG) President Venise Stuart, We are deeply saddened by the Coronavirus Pandemic and offer our well wishes to all during this fearful time. In light of the situation, we are redirecting our yearlong hard work to meet our end goal of raising money for A Woman’s Garden and canceling the Mad Hatter’s … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Women’s Council Of The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s 2020 Mad Hatter’s Tea
2018 Mad Hatters’ Toppers Fought The Wind To Wind Up Atop Mad Hatters
In the past 30 years, the Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum's Mad Hatter's Tea has literally had everything from sunny days ripe for champagne to chills with heating lamps in the Ginsburg Plaza. But on Thursday, April 12, the 30th anniversary of the Mad Hatter's Tea had more than candles being blown out. The 30+ MPH winds blowing the trees like waves in the sea were … [Read more...] about 2018 Mad Hatters’ Toppers Fought The Wind To Wind Up Atop Mad Hatters
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea
The word “gusty” understated the conditions that faced the 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea guests on Thursday, April 12. Even as they departed their vehicles, some ladies found their magnificent chapeaus were literally gone with the wind thanks to 30 MPH breezes. Pity those who thought bigger taller was better. With hands raised to hold down their hats, guests made their … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea
JUST IN: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea Judges Announced
Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum President Melissa Lewis and Mad Hatter’s Tea Chair Venise Stuart just announced the judges for the chapeau competition at Tootsies. The collection of judges includes the following: Patti Flowers of Patti Flowers Design Studio, Lee Fuqua of Duckworth Vodka, Empress Gilbert of Empressive GeoDesigns, 2013 Miss Texas/2013 Miss … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea Judges Announced
2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea’s “A Garden By The Sea” To Commemorate 30th Anniversary Of Women’s Council of The Dallas Arboretum Fundraiser
When Melissa Lewis agreed to be president of the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum, she called Venise Stuart. Melissa would only take the leadership position, if Venise agreed to chair the 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea. After chairing the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Deb ball, the Aware Affair and Les Femmes Du Monde’s Women of the Year, Venise was the right one to … [Read more...] about 2018 Mad Hatter’s Tea’s “A Garden By The Sea” To Commemorate 30th Anniversary Of Women’s Council of The Dallas Arboretum Fundraiser