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Former Dallas Cowboy Darren Woodson to Keynote Pot of Gold Luncheon
Three-time Super Bowl champion, Dallas Cowboys safety, and ESPN analyst Darren Woodson will be the honorary chair and keynote speaker at the Rainbow Days ‘Pot of Gold’ Luncheon on Friday, April 17 at Omni Dallas.
Chi Omega Christmas Market Raises $560,000 for Twelve Beneficiaries
With over 11,000 shoppers and 220 merchants, the annual Chi Omega Christmas Market has raised $560,000 for twelve local North Texas beneficiaries.
‘Run for Life’ 5K to Benefit Buckner Children and Family Services
Families are invited to run a 5k in support of adoption this Easter weekend with food trucks, live music, and the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 11 at the Continental Bridge in Trinity Groves.
Give Back this Valentine’s, Take Ride in Heart Car
Valentine’s Day brings hearts in abundance: on chocolate boxes, cards, gift wrapping, teddy bears, and balloons. But this year, you can celebrate with a Heart Car, an expression of love to heart disease sufferers.
4word Gala Featuring Laura Bush Announces Chairs
Toyota’s Senior Director of Multicultural Business Alliance, Strategy, and Dealer Relations, Alva Adams, has been announced honorary chair of the 4word Gala on Saturday, February 22nd at Dallas Renaissance Hotel.
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Hollywood Henderson Aims to Inspire at Nexus Event
Former Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Thomas “Hollywood” Henderson, who helped lead the team to three Super Bowls, will share his inspiring story at the Auxiliary of Nexus Spring Luncheon on April 6th at the Hilton Anatole.
“Wandering Troubadour” to be Honored at TWO x TWO Event
Japanese artist, Yoshitomo Nara, described by TWO x TWO as a “wandering troubadour,” has been announced as the featured artist for their annual gala event, where he will receive an award by the Foundation for AIDS Research.
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Birthday Project Announces Scholarship with 80s Throwback
Under the glow of a graffiti lined wall, guests rocked out in neon tracksuits, poofy sequined dresses, fanny packs, leg warmers, and crimped side ponies to celebrate the Birthday Project’s 8th birthday.
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.
Explore Volunteering Opportunities at JLD Fair
Interested in volunteering, but can’t find the cause that’s meaningful to you?
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Dallas Alzheimer’s Association to Host its First Gala
To commemorate North Texas families touched by Alzheimer’s disease, the Alzheimer’s Association’s Dallas chapter will hold its inaugural gala on Saturday, February 29 at The Hall on Dragon.
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.
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.
People To Know
People To Know: Kathleen LaValle
What Dallas CASA is doing right now is making a difference for 95% of Dallas County children currently in protective care.
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Spare Change? Collecting Coins Helps Children
SMU’s Ford Stadium hosted the Change is Good kick-off this summer to benefit neglected children.
Four Days of Meals on Wheels
Between Pinterest boards filled with edible works of art to “Instagram-worthy” meals to “food porn,” thanks to technology, food has been objectified to the point in which many of us have practically forgotten its value.