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Three New Board Members Join Catholic Foundation
Lois S. Cartwright, Ana Esteve Yoder and Thomas G. Yoxall are now part of the Catholic Foundation’s 22-member Board of Trustees, serving a three year term that ends in 2022.
Women’s Club Supports Preston Hollow School, Neighborhood
A club that started four decades ago as a group of Preston Hollow Elementary School moms getting together while their children played has grown to more than 286 members looking for ways to serve their community and form lifelong friendships.
Forum to Discuss Community Recovery After Disaster
Even if you’ve never been directly affected by a natural disaster, you may wonder what the aftermath will be for those in your community who suffered.
Patrick J. Kennedy to Speak at Beacon of Hope Luncheon
Former U.S. representative from Rhode Island, Patrick J. Kennedy, has been announced as the keynote speaker for the 11th annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon hosted by the Grant Halliburton Foundation.
Artists and Animal Lovers Unite for Charity Event
Artists for Animals, a Dallas nonprofit that advocates for homeless pets, will host its 9th annual Concert for Kindness on Sunday, March 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Moody Performance Hall.
Tornado
‘You Step Up, And You Serve’
The tornado sirens stopped, the winds calmed, and Dallas city council member Jennifer Staubach Gates took to the mode of transportation that would quickly get her to the damaged areas of her district the night of Oct. 20.
Renowned Architect to Deliver Frank Welch Memorial Lecture
Honoring the life and career of the Dean of Texas Modernist Architecture, Frank Welch, the Dallas Architecture Forum will hold the Frank Welch Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, January 29 at the Dallas Museum of Art.
Soup for the Cold Weather, Art for the Creative Spirit
Indulge in gourmet soups prepared by a dozen top chefs while browsing unique art pieces crafted by the Stewpot Art Program.
Home Decor Pop-Up Shop to Raise Funds for Homelessness
Thrift Studio, an annual event by Dwell with Dignity, will allow visitors to browse a unique selection of art and home furnishings and purchase at discounted prices.
STEAM
Dallas Built Impressive High-Tech Economy
Dallas is known for its heritage of cattle barons, big oil, and “America’s Team,” but some historians give Big D credit for launching the “Information Age.”
2020: Perfect Vision
2020. It conjures up perfect vision. Wouldn’t that be nice in the new year?
STEAM
Check It Out: Libraries Offer More Than Books
Overheard at the Preston Royal Branch of the Dallas Public Library: a mother suggested to her daughter a trip to the State Fair of Texas, but the little girl had other ideas.
STEAM
Community Council To Launch ‘5,000 Jobs 2020’ Initiative
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 22 percent of residents live in poverty. Meanwhile, Dallas has tens of thousands of unfilled middle-skills jobs.
The Color of the Year is Purple
The beautiful theatric scenes, powerful musical solos, rich storyline - I witnessed once more during Tuesday night's show at the Winspear Opera House.
Thank You, Thank You Very Much For Writing This Book
Dallas author tackles the good and bad about the King of Rock and Roll
For the Love of Flying, Not Cigarettes
Rhodes, 74, enjoys continued success in aviation
STEAM
2020: Full STEAM Ahead
January’s issue comes with a pullout section about the importance of and opportunities in STEM/STEAM education.
Crystal Charity Ball
Add Sparkle For Winter Formals
It’s almost time for the grand dame of Dallas’ myriad of spectacular galas, the Crystal Charity Ball, so we asked the staff at luxury boutique Tootsies about some trends in formal wear to help get glam for the big event.
All Aboard: Trains at NorthPark Is Holiday Tradition
For the past 32 years, the Trains at NorthPark benefiting Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD), has delighted generations of Dallas families as one of our city’s premier holiday traditions.
State Championship Collection Preserves Gridiron History
It’s been 75 years since the Highland Park football glory days of Doak Walker and Bobby Layne, but the recent success the Scots have enjoyed on the gridiron – three straight state championships – is unprecedented.