2021 Obelisk Award Co-Chairs Rebecca and Philip Silvestri have just announced details about nominations for the annual  Business Council for the Arts (BCA) virtual fundraiser on Wednesday, November 17.

Nominations are now being accepted for the following seven categories:

• Business Champion for the Arts,
• Arts Education,
• Distinguished Cultural Organization,
• Arts Partnerships,
• Visionary Nonprofit Arts Leader,
• New Initiatives, and
• Outstanding Leadership Arts Institute Alumnus

You can either submit your nomination(s) online or by mailing it/them to Business Council for the Arts, c/o Obelisk 2021 Co-Chairs, 8687 N. Central Expy., Suite 2131, Dallas, TX 75225.  Deadline for the submissions is Friday, May 28.

According to BCA CEO Katherine Wagner, “This is a year to truly celebrate the importance of arts and culture to our region, and to applaud those whose contributions are foundational in keeping this sector healthy.”

Since 1989 the presentation of the Obelisk Award has recognized people and organizations that have shown extraordinary support of North Texas arts and culture. It might be interesting to note that according to the 2017 Arts and Economic Prosperity Report 5 by Americans for the Arts with BCA, the arts and cultural groups of North Texas employ some 52,000 individuals, translating to “$1.5B in economic impact including salaries and taxes paid to both local and state governments.” That is why the pandemic’s impact on the various programs this past years has been debilitating for both individuals and the area’s economy.

* Graphic/photo courtesy of Business Council of the Arts

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If you’ve received or are about to receive your stimulus check, why not put it to good use? Sure, you could tuck it away under your Tempur-breeze, sign up for SMU’s Fast Track MBA program for one term or make down payment on a Louboutin red sole pump clutch bag, but what about stimulating your favorite nonprofits? After what they’ve been through this past year, they could use a little stimulating.

Here are a few ideas on how to do just that:

• Buy an armful of raffle tickets.
• Make a special gift to a nonprofit.
• Reserve a table at an upcoming fundraiser.
• Honor a friend by sponsoring a Blooming Bed at the Dallas Arboretum in their name. Or, if you have bunch of pals, sponsor a Klyde Warren Park bistro chair in each of their names.
• Purchase season tickets to a performing arts program.
• Shop at the nonprofit’s resale shop like. The Family Place’s Resale Shop or Goodwill. If you don’t find something for your household, you can donate them to a homeless shelter. Talk about double dutying!
• Buy gift certificates at your favorite fast food and gift them to teachers at your neighborhood school and/or healthcare workers and/or first responders.
• Join a nonprofit supporting group.
• Help a food pantry stock up their shelves.
• Check your favorite’s wish list on Amazon and make their wishes come true.
• Provide supplements or adopt an animal at Equest or Dallas Zoo.

If none of these register on your radar, check with your favorite nonprofit. Bet they’ll come up with some ideas.

While your participation may not seem like a lot to you, it just might make the difference to a nonprofit that has had a rough year and would appreciate the stimulus.

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As adorable as cover boy George Clooney is, he’s just too young to star in an upcoming video.

Limited to Dallas and Collin County folks 60 years and older starring in The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off videos, entries are now being accepted until Tuesday, April 20. Alas, poor George doesn’t turn 60 until Thursday, May 6.

But there’s still hope for George. There are four categories offered (solo dance, partner or duo dance, group dance and generations dance), so he and wife Amal Clooney can always be backup dancers if a “grownup” is in the video.

As for the dance competition itself, it will be a bracket operation like NCAA brackets for March Madness with teams advancing thanks to online rounds in May. The finale takes place in June when “four finalists, one from each dance category, will compete live in front of local celebrity judges.

Insider information reports that Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins (age 57) has already submitted his entry featuring his mom Jo Ann Jenkins (who turns 89 on Friday, May 14) and his teenage daughter Maddie Jenkins.

Here are the steps to dancing your way to fame and fun:

1. Decide if you are dancing solo or with others. Dance on your own, grab a partner, or assemble a team! Recruit your grandchildren, parents, neighbors, siblings, friends, significant other, or whoever. But remember, the video must include an older adult (60+) residing in Dallas or Collin County. There are four main categories you can choose to enter:

• • Solo dance
  • Couples or duo dance
  • Group dance featuring three or more participants
  • Generations dance featuring two or more participants representing different generations

2. Make the most important decision – your song choice! The world of song and dance lies at your feet – the only hurdle is choosing. Please make sure your song choice is appropriate for all ears.
3. Pick your stage. This might be your living room, back patio, driveway, or even the nearby golf course. Just make sure you have ample room to boogie!
4. Cue the music and record on your phone or camera! You can ask someone to film you, or you can do it all yourself. Then, play your song and dance away! Make sure your music is loud enough to be heard on the recording.

• • Required minimum filming length: 30 seconds.
  • Recommended maximum filming length: 90 seconds.

Need a tutorial on filming a dance video on your phone? Check out this one.

5. Submit your video! Enter The Diamond Dance-Off via the submit button below! If you experience trouble uploading, email Our Team for help. Email Tech Support for help.

Need a tutorial on uploading files from your phone to your computer? For Android users, click here. For iPhone users, click here.

And what is a dance contest without prizes and awards? In addition to the Diamond Dance-Off Crown winner getting $500, other categories achieving award status include the following:

• Trailblazer Award for the very first submission
• Most Creative Award for the video with the most creativity that will be judged internally
• Legend Award for the older performer in a video submission
• The Dallas Diamond Award for the video/performer with the most votes
• Diamonds and Dollars Award for the video/performer who amassed the most funds from fans and supporters

The Dance-Off is all a part of The Senior Source’s turning 60 this year. During those past 60 years, The Source has grown in expanding its services to the older members of the community to accommodate nearly 30,000 clients annually and mobilizing 2,000 adults volunteers in the process.”

According to The Senior Source President/CEO Stacey Malcolmson, “We are recognizing The Senior Source’s impact over the past six decades, while shining a light on treasured members of our communities. As we emerge from such a challenging year where older adults were one of the most impacted and vulnerable groups, this is the perfect opportunity to celebrate their resilience, value and talent. We look forward to another 60 years of serving our Dallas-area diamonds!”

The Source has been especially vital this year with the pandemic targeting this group of the community. The Source reported that locally “26% of older adults said they were more stressed and 42% said there were isolated because of the pandemic.”

* Graphic/photo provided by The Senior Source

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One of the first in-person events to emerge from the past year’s fundraising coma was Literacy Achieves’ Wings of Spring last night.

After canceling last year’s event, Literacy Achieves Executive Director Sarah Papert was determined not to settle for anything less than a real in-person gathering. Luckily, the arrival of vaccinations came just in the nick of time for people to start easing out of the total virtual world.

In the meantime Sarah knew that holding an event in an enclosed venue wasn’t going to happen, so she found the perfect outdoor spot that fit her bill. It was the Annette Strauss Square adjacent to the Winspear Opera House in Dallas’ Performing Arts District.

Starting at 6:30 p.m., guests like Marnie and Kern Wildenthal, Rust and Margot Reid, Lee Papert (aka Sarah’s husband) and sister Peggy Papert, Linda Johnson, Gwen Moore, Sarinder Chhabra, Barbara Applebaum, Len Cedars, Deborah Morgan Stokes, Sally and Bill Dix and Patricia and Claude Maples made their way through the check-in and metal detectors to be rewarded with individual boxed dinners prepared by the Wolfgang Puck Catering team and a bottle of wine for two.

Kern recalled how last year they had scheduled a trip to England just as word of a virus was hitting Europe. After repeated messages from friends abroad, “I chickened out” and canceled the flight, he said. However, another couple with similar plans continued with their trip only to return and test positive.

For those assigned to seating on the lawn, they discovered no tables. Instead, the lawn had been marked off in pods to accommodate six people each. In each of the pod’s squares was a black folding chair compete with a cup holder and a blanket to picnic on during the event — and to take home.

For others, there were setups of tables for four with green-and-blue balloon centerpieces on the Southwest Porch overlooking the grounds.

Just as the sun was setting, the lights of the surrounding buildings created a gleaming backdrop with an occasional Southwest Airlines jet coasting overhead.

Before the program got underway, the only “performance” was the sound of cars screeching on the neighboring streets. But right on cue, the burning of rubber subsided and Sarah welcomed the sold-out crowd.

It seems that the capacity of the Square was limited to 350, but the event had actually surpassed that number because some guests had opted for stay-at-home attendance.

Following Event Co-Chairs Megan and Kevin Nicholson‘s welcome to the guests, a testimonial by Literacy Achieves student Kettly Alcius, and the introduction of the Marnie Wildenthal Literacy Legacy Awardee by Marlo Melucci, Dr. Arlene Ford accepted her award, recalling how her late grandmother had been so influential in her life by instilling the importance of treating each person as if they were special. That attitude has been a key to Literary Achieves’ success in teaching English to newly arrived North Texas residents.

During the pandemic, Literacy Achieves carried on its mission via Zoom classes, despite the high-tech challenges. Since many of the student didn’t have the equipment or internet availability to attend, the Literacy Achieves crew managed to have tablets and hots spots provided. It turned out that in addition to learning English, the students were also learning the 21^st century means of communication.

As shown in a video produced by Byron Harris and narrated by John McCaa, the organization adjusted once again to help its students and neighbors face the challenges of Winter Storm Uri less than six weeks before the fundraiser. When many of the Vickery Meadows residents were without water, electricity and basic needs, the Vickery Meadows campus became a distribution site for food, water and supplies for more than 1,200 people impacted by the big storm. Soon, the word spread among the North Texas community, and individuals as well as organizations arrived with more provisions to support Literacy Achieves’ pop-up giveaway.

Following the video, former Booker T. Washington student/jazz violinist Richmond Punch and former Dallas Black Dance Theater dancer Alyssa Harrington performed onstage. Nearing the end of their performance, Richmond announced that it was time for an interactive concert and encouraged the roughly 300 guests to get up and dance. Actually, no encouragement was needed. As if they’d been holding their collective breath for a year, the throngs of people turned the properly squared-off pods into the embodiment of Greek dancing muses, with Arlene and Sarah leading the action. Some danced with partners; others did solos. Pretty soon Richmond and Alyssa joined the lawn action, too.

One observer wondered aloud if perhaps the scene of dancers was a bit cavalier during the pandemic’s possible ebbing. Another responded, “No, they’re just celebrating the hope of returning to normal.”

To close the evening, Richmond returned to the stage and performed “Purple Rain” as some guests raised their cellphone flashlights and swayed to the music.

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A lot of folks make the mistake thinking that New Orleans is the only place where Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler. If you’re not up on your French, the translation is “Let The Good Times Roll.”

And to prove that point, The Big Dance Co-Chairs Carisma Ramsey Field and Kim Whitaker along with Honorary Co-Chairs Norma and Don Stone and Linda and Frederick Todd II have picked that theme to bring the city’s legendary merriment to North Texas for the Dallas Black Dance Theatre fundraiser.

Taking place at the Meyerson on Saturday, June 5, from 8 to midnight, the chairs are bringing the Crescent City’s “vibrant sounds, cuisine and traditions to pay tribute to this singular American city influenced by so many cultural and historical lineages.”

With all proceeds benefiting DBDT’s educational outreach programs and support scholarship to the DBDT Academy, the hybrid event will include dancing, professional dancing vignettes and a mask contest in the Meyerson’s east and west lobbies thanks to event sponsors Chase, The Eugene McDermott Foundation, Hall Group plus Hall Wines.

Get your dancing shoes dusted off and get your tickets when they go on sale Thursday, April 15.

* Photo credit: Powell Photography 
** Photo provided by Dallas Black Dance Theatre 
*** Photo credit: NLG Photography

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Since the pandemic hit, the word “change” has become commonplace and Dallas Summer Musicals is doing just that with a splash — changing its annual Evening with the Best of Broadway fundraiser. Instead of Fair Park’s Music Hall stage being the showplace for a solo performance by a Broadway great, it’s going to be the scene of a full performance of “Hamilton.”

According to DSM President Ken Novice, “To be able to celebrate the magic of live theater at our annual Gala is not something we will ever take for granted. Last year, of course, we weren’t able to hold the gala, so this year, the event will mean so much more to us, as we gather together safely to rejoice in Broadway’s return to Dallas. Being able to share this moment with one of the world’s largest and most renowned shows, ‘Hamilton,’ is truly an honor and something our patrons will remember forever.”

Event Co-Chairs Cindy and Scott Collier and Sara Lee and Stan Gardner have arranged for the black tie optional evening on Saturday, November 20, to include a pre-show cocktail reception along with a full-course dinner, VIP tickets to the performance, a presentation of DSM’s Angel Award and a post-show party.

Cindy and Scott agreed with Ken on the importance of the timing, saying, “It is fitting that the global phenomenon of ‘Hamilton’ is setting the stage for our post global-pandemic future. We are honored to be serving as co-chairs of the DSM 2021 Gala and to mark this formative moment in time. It is going to be an amazing evening.”

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities can be found here. And lucky are the $15,000 and above sponsors! They will meet-and-greet the cast.

Sara Lee admitted that ticket sales were already brisk: “We are already sold out at the Director Level.”

Proceeds from the 2021 Gala will benefit DSM’s nonprofit mission to deliver the spirit of Broadway to North Texas through robust educational programs and community outreach initiatives, serving more than 40,000 individuals in over 75 ZIP codes.

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Despite the lack of beaches, it was definitely surfs up at the Annette Strauss Artist Square Saturday night for Vogel Alcove‘s 29th Annual Arts Performance Event. From guests in talk-to-me Hawaiian shirts to autographed surfboards being auctioned off, the night not only raised funds and awareness of the Vogel Alcove’s mission, but it also was a heck of a lot of “fun, fun, fun” for guests like Barbara and Marty Mitz, Sara and Matt Bodzy, Samantha and Kyle Sigel, Shelley and Ed Dolanski, Brennan and Jason Edgerton, Hannah and Klayton Mai, Harper Lewis with Lance Lewis, Cindy Bientendorf and Whitney Bientendorf.  Here’s a report from the field:

Vogel Alcove President/CEO Karen R. Hughes along with Arts Performance Event Co-Chairs Scott Beck, CEO of Beck Ventures Inc. and Alex Holmes, Chairman and CEO of Moneygram International, brought over 700 supporters together in person and virtually to benefit Vogel Alcove.

Featuring the Beach Boys in concert, the 29^th Annual Arts Performance Event filled the lawn at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Annette Strauss Artist Square with socially distanced beach chairs, a favor bag full of goodies and a gourmet picnic dinner provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering. Guests dressed in designer Hawaiian and fashionable spring casual outfits as they began the experience with a photo opp inside a colorful vintage Volkswagen van painted in a 1960s theme by Photobus DFW, a signature cocktail strawberry mojito and passed hors d’oeuvres.

It was a festive evening as the oldies music filled the air and everyone enjoyed cocktails, photo opps, tossing beach balls, getting together with friends, and other entertainment by Main Event. The event also feature an in-home Virtual Experience of the performance for those who preferred  to remain at home. The Arts Performance Event is the largest fundraising event of the year for Vogel Alcove, raising a significant portion of their annual funding. Following a year of event cancellations and unprecedented occurrences, this 2021 event was unlike any other, featuring an outdoor venue and set-up inline with CDC guidelines.

Emcee Brad Sham welcomed the crowd introducing videos of testimony from Vogel Alcove clients and supporters. Vogel Alcove Chairman of the Board Scott Wilson shared the mission of Vogel Alcove and recognized board members in the audience with a round of applause.

Scott and Alex took the stage thanking Premier Sponsor Oliver Wyman Inc. and Presenting Sponsors Beck Family and United Texas Bank, Eagle Materials, Inc., Susan and Larry Hirsch-The Hirsch Family Foundation, Kainos Capital, Kerri and Rick Lacher/Houlihan Lokey, MoneyGram International Inc., Vinson and Elkins LLP, Lisa and Scott Wilson, Winston and Strawn LLP and sharing their own personal experiences working as volunteers with the children at Vogel Alcove. Their stories touched everyone’s hearts as the videos gave uplifting visuals of the interactions with the children, their fun events, counselors and teachers, saying their hopeful energy brings smiles all around.

The Beach Boys took the stage singing “Catch a Wave”  with a stage-sized video screen behind them showing scenes from their past concerts, nostalgic moments they enjoyed together off stage, and followed with fan favorites, as the audience joined in dancing and singing. Since lead-singer Mike Love penned the lyrics to The Beach Boys’ first hit, “Surfin’” (1961), dozens of the bands chart toppers have become eternal anthems of American youth: “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Barbara Ann,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Rock and Roll Music” and “Kokomo.” The Beach Boys mark more than a half century of making music, continuing to ride the crest of a wave unequaled in America’s musical history. The Beach Boys have become synonymous with the California lifestyle and have become an American icon to fans around the world.

The evening concluded with an after-party for guests with music and dessert from Cow Tipping Creamery, Steel City Pops and Wolfgang Puck Catering. Miniature golf was played, a prize raffle took place with prizes from Raising Cane’s, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Southwest Airlines and a basket of fine bourbons. A silent auction took place; guests bid on surf boards signed by Beach Boys Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. This portion of the evening was so popular that the stage-prop surf boards were signed and auctioned off as well.

All proceeds from the Annual Arts Performance Event benefit Vogel Alcove, an early childhood education and Parent Opportunity Center that is working to Rewire Brains, Repair Hearts, and Restore the Families of homeless children in Dallas. Vogel Alcove provides educational, developmental, and therapeutic services to children and families affected by homelessness. Using its “Two-Generational” approach to solving homelessness, services are provided to client families through the early childhood education program and parent opportunity department. All of these services are free, in a safe and nurturing school environment, in which the families can learn    and grow together. Learn more about Vogel Alcove by visiting the website at  VogelAlcove.org and follow them on Facebook and Instagram @VogelAlcove.

* Photo credit: Rob Wythe/Wythe Portrait Studio

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The timing couldn’t be better! With Thursday’s announcement by the CDC that those fully vaccinated could put their masks into cold storage with minor exceptions, Taste Addison organizers are whooping it up for the festival of music, food and loads of stuff to do.

The two-day event taking place at Addison Circle Park will kick off on Friday, June 4, with music from the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s provided by the David Whiteman Band, Emerald City Band and rapper-singer Flo Rida on the main stage from 6 p.m. to midnight.

The following day (aka Saturday, June 5), the fun will start at 2 p.m. with the main stage featuring “Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Show” celebrating the ’60s and ’70s followed by Lit, Hoobastank, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and Third Eye Blind.

On the second music stage (aka CBS11 Legends Stage) will be tribute bands and singer-songwriters for both days.

According to Addison Director of Special Events Jasmine Lee, “Just as Addison restaurants serve tasty bites for every palate, Taste Addison’s musical entertainment offers something from everyone. This legendary lineup of musicians perfectly complements the food and fun for which Taste Addison is loved.”

And speaking of food, Lee added, “Over two dozen Addison restaurants will serve up tasty bites for every palate.”

In addition to all the sounds and tastes, there will be a marketplace featuring everything from décor and jewelry to specialist food items. The Discovery Depot will have rotating presentations and craft activities throughout the day. For the kids 12 and under there will be free balloon twisting and a specially ticketed Adventure Grove with games, attractions, a petting zoo and more.

Tickets ($15 ages 13+, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and  younger) are on sale now and will be limited “in order to encourage social distancing.” BTW, the $30 Friday Night Bites ticket (value $45) includes Friday general admission for one, two beverage tickets (valid at Festival Beer/Wine Tents), exclusive  access to the Tasting Room (including samples from multiple Addison restaurants and Addison Brewery Bitter Sister, indoor lounge and dedicated restrooms) and a voucher for 25% off at the Festival Merch Tent.”

* Photo provided by Taste Addison

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Word has just made the rounds that the Crystal Charity Ball 2021 theme — Peace Love London — is going to provide a jolly, good time. Translation: It’s not going to be a Henry Higgins stuffy, stiff-upper lip affair with curtsying and Handel. Instead, set your compass in the direction of The Beatles, “Bridgerton,” Sir Elton, “Kingsman: The Golden Circle,” Stella McCartney and, of course, Kate and Will.

Sponsoring the theme announcement, Tolleson Wealth Management CEO Carter Tolleson wrote, “The announcement that The Crystal Charity Ball will dazzle us once again at the Anatole the first Saturday of December feels like the first sign of spring. This year, our greetings at the cocktail hour are sure to last a little longer and feel a little warmer as we wait for the doors of the beautifully transformed ballroom to open.

“So much in our lives ground to a halt last year, but The Crystal Charity Ball’s work on behalf of the children and youth of our community never stops. Tolleson Wealth Management is honored to support the announcement of the 2021 theme for this grand celebration, and we look forward to seeing you again as we salute the contributors, members and beneficiaries of the 2021 Crystal Charity Ball.”

Benefiting the 2021 Dallas County beneficiaries (Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation, Cafe Momentum, Dallas CASA, Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, Dallas Symphony Association Inc., Network of Community Ministries, Phoenix House of Texas Inc. and Scottish Rite for Children), the black-tie gathering on Saturday, December 4, will honor CCB’s generous donors as an expression of appreciation.

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Since pandemic cases have calmed down, DFW International, Love Field and private airfields have been in hyper drive with folks wanting to get out of town. But for those who aren’t too crazy over packing luggage and schlepping to other parts, the Friends of Wilkinson Center cuties are bringing Taos to North Texas for the 7^th Annual Spirit of Taos.

Co-Chairs Karrie Cato, Ida Gleaton and Lindsey Morris along with Honorary Co-Chair Holly Greef and Carlin and Charles Morris and Friends President Caitlin Hyatt are transforming Belo Mansion into a Taos-inspired evening competed with seated dinner, raffle, silent and live auctions, dancing and live entertainment.

And to add some spice to the evening, WFAA-TV sports anchor Dale “Mr. Unplugged” Hansen will serve as emcee and you just know he ain’t going to be ho-hum.

Presented by Reliant on Friday, October 15, the event’s proceeds will support Wilkinson Center’s 39-year mission to “transform the lives of Dallas families by providing pathways to self-sufficiency with dignity and respect.”

This year’s Spirit is especially important to funding Wilkinson’s mission since last year’s Spirit had to be canceled due the onslaught of the pandemic.

According to Wilkinson Center Executive Director Anne Reeder, “Wilkinson Center offers hope to the community we serve, through our food and emergency services, support of vulnerable seniors, education and training for adults seeking a better life. We are so thrilled that we are able to gather this year and hope the community will join us!”

Sponsorship and tickets are available now and here.

* Graphic/photo provided by Friends of Wilkinson Center

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After a tough 18 months of fundraising thanks to the pandemic, Northwood Woman’s Club members managed to provide more than $257K in scholarships for students and grants for non-profits.

But the doling out of the checks wasn’t the only item on NWC’s annual “Give It Away” luncheon on Thursday, May 27, at Northwood Country Club. There was naughty cellphone that resulted in the owner having to dance as punishment; a member’s widower establishing the family’s ongoing commitment to the club; the official changing of the guard; and the presentation of awards.

While the post is being prepared, check out the scenes of the day at MySweetCharity Photo Gallery.

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As organizers emerge from the past year’s fundraising challenges, they are amazing themselves with the resilience of their membership. Case in point was the Northwood Woman’s Club’s  “Give It Away” luncheon at Northwood Country Club on Thursday, May 27, when they closed the 2020 books with check presentations and handed over the gavel literally to the 2021 leadership . While the leadership change went seamlessly, the checks had a bit of a hiccup. More about that later.

As 2020-2021 NWC President Paula Austell started the day’s program, she warned the nearly 200 guests to silence their phones. If one interrupted the goings-on, the owner would pay the piper with a dance. With that there was the expected grabbing of purses and muting of phones. But when a cellphone sounded minutes later, everyone looked for the culprit. It was then that Paula left the stage to claim it was hers and promptly did a jig. Interestingly, she would dance a couple more times during the program due to her failed efforts to turn it off.

But it wasn’t all laughs. In addition to handing out more than $257K in grants and scholarships, there was a poignant moment when Jerry Andrews was called to the stage. His wife of 64 years, Lanette Andrews, had been a longtime active member of NWC before her death in 2019. As part of his continuing her legacy, Jerry had arranged to have his two daughters and two granddaughters become members of the club.

As for the presentation of the funds, Paula, Philanthropy Director Liz Martin and Liaison to the 2021 Beneficiaries Carmyn Neely presented five checks totaling $214,054.44* to the following beneficiaries:

• ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship – $30,000

• Youth With Faces – $40,000

• Mommies in Need – $50,000

• Bonton Farms — $50,000

• Northwood Woman’s Club Scholarship Fund of Communities Foundation of Texas – $34,000

Next up was the distribution $42,800 in scholarships to the following:

• Ashlee Nunez – $5,000
• Vanesa Trejo – $5,000
• Teresa Acosta – $5,000
• Julianna Cruz – $5,000
• Iman Baraso – $5,000
• Rooha Hagar – $5,000
• Emily Sedaghatfar -$6,400
• Christine Lindsey – $6,400

Then Carmyn announced that anonymous donors had made gifts of $10,644 honoring NWC 2019-2020 President Jan Folmar and Paula to the programs of their choices. Jan’s selection was a $5,000 honorary  NWC Scholarship Fund at Communities Foundation of Texas for Emily Ayoubi and, according to Liz, “Paula choose [sic] to give an honorary scholarship to UT Dallas in the amount of $2,500 [for Lexi Jenson] plus $3,500 to  Callier Center for Communication Disorders.”*

Paula revealed the recipient of the Mary Mc Award was out of town, but Paula played a videoed surprise presentation at Barbara Kutz’s home the week before. When asked where she was going, Barbara answered, “I’m going to Disney World!”

When Sharon Stapleton’s name was announced as the recipient of the President’s Award, the membership showed their approval of the choice with immediate applause as a surprised Sharon accepted the award.

After Paula presented key committee members with gifts, she swore in Phyllis Farragut as the 2021-2022 president and her 30+ member committee.

For a look or two or three of the checks and awards presented, head on over to MySweetCharity Photo Gallery.

* We apologize if these numbers aren't reflected in the checks. We reached 
out to the Northwood Woman's Club and they responded,

We were  in error on the Grand Total Check to the Beneficiaries and you caught it.  I’m so sorry to have put you through all of this.  As to the amount on the presentation check presented to UTDallas in honor of Paula Austell, That is the full amount that went to UTD.   Of that amount $2,500 was presented to Lexie in a scholarship certificate in honor of Paula Austell  and $3,000 was given to Callier in her honor  There were dividend amounts that went to the Endowment Fund.

“I must apologize that I have just realized that The Grand Total check is wrong , but since we have it there in the photo, I can only say to go with that amount for the Beneficiaries. Then add that we gave an additional amount of $42,600 in the 8 Scholarships. (2) totaling $12,600 UTD and (6) totaling $30,000 CFT.

“I hope this makes a little bit of sense. And I’m so sorry to have you go thru all of this. Until you sent the pictures, I didn’t realize where the problem lay… right at our doorstep!

“Thank you,

“Liz”

Editor’s note: Liz’s $42,600 in scholarships was off a bit. There were actually seven scholarships @$5,000 ($35,000), three UTD scholarships totaling  $15,300 and a $3,000 gift for Callier resulting in the following numbers:

• $204,000 (5 beneficiaries)
•    $35,000 (7 CFT scholarships @$5,000)
•    $15,300 (3 UTD scholarship with 2 @$6,400 and 1 @$2,500)
•      $3,000 (gift for Callier)

• $257,300 TOTAL

The error on the presentation checks and confusion about the total should not take away from the work of the past year by the committee members that resulted in the legitimate checks benefiting the non-profits and scholars.

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Community Partners of Dallas always seems to land some memory maker for their Chick Lit Luncheon. Alas, last year’s Diane Keaton had to be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To make up for it, the CPD-ers landed the gals who put the “fun” into fundraising to head up the 15^th Annual Chick Lit Luncheon — Chair Claire Emanueslon, Honorary Chair Pat McEvoy and Underwriting Co-Chairs Hollee Hirzel and Erin Pope. This foursome plus presenting sponsors Lara and Dr. Robert Tafel managed to get Keaton’s pal to keynote the event on Friday, September 24, at the Hilton Anatole.

Who is it? Why not have some fun trying to figure it out? Here are some hints:

• Made her professional dancing debut in Can-Can at the Texas Pavilion of the New York World’s Fair.
• Warren Beatty used to do her hair.
• In her younger days, she was known for a high-pitched giggle, painted body in a bikini and the antithesis of North Texan Ruth Buzzi’s Gladys Ormphby.
• Won the 1970 Academy Award playing Walter Matthau’s suicidal fiancée.
• Went “overboard” for her co-star.
• She’s written two best-selling books, a memoir “A Lotus Grows in the Mud” in 2005 and “10 Mindful Minutes” in 2011.
• Her daughter was “almost famous”.
• In 2003 she created Mind Up for Life, a foundation to equip children with the social and emotional skills they need to lead smarter, healthier, happier and ultimately more productive lives.

For the answer… as if you haven’t already guessed… follow the jump.

Yup, you guessed it. The featured speaker on September 24 at the Anatole benefiting Community Partners of Dallas will be blonde entertainment star, author, mom, grandmom and philanthropist Goldie Hawn.

As CPD President/CEO Paige McDaniel said, “We cannot wait to see all of our friends and supporters in person for the 15^th annual Chick Lit Luncheon. Our traditionally spring event will enjoy a one-time-only fall date, and what better way to celebrate than to have the inimitable Goldie Hawn as our featured speaker. Not only is Goldie beloved for her countless onscreen roles, she is also a tireless advocate for children, which aligns beautifully with CPD’s ongoing work on behalf of the abused and neglected children we serve.”

Have you got your gal pals together for your table? Don’t wait. This one is going to sell out quick.

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Leave it to the Dallas Black Dance Theatre to kick off the summer with fabulous costumes, can’t-resist food and incredible dancers. Of course, they did just that on Saturday, June 5, turning the Meyerson into New Orleans complete with a king and a queen, a duke and a duchess and Jambalaya with Shrimp and Sausage for The Big Dance. The only thing missing was the steaming humidity of the French Quarter thanks to the Meyerson’s air-conditioning system. But it wasn’t missed at all with the costumed dancers parading through the marble lobby. Here’s a report from the field:

For those who have experienced The Big Easy style of New Orleans, The Big Dance was a dance down memory lane. Others got to sample authentic gems of sights, sounds, and cuisine during the evening. Brazilian Samba Dancers and stilt walkers gliding to the music of DJ Kevy Kev greeted guests in the main lobby of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center.

New Orleans native and Hurricane Katrina survivor Michelle N. Gibson orchestrated the evening, making sure it had all the authentic trappings of a festive night in The Big Easy. The evening started with the Honorary Chairpersons presented as a royal court. Norma and Don Stone were King and Queen, while Linda and Dr. Frederick Todd II were Duke and Duchess. Carisma Ramsey Fields and Kim Whitaker were event co-chairs.

New Orleans native Thaddeus Ford Preservation Band provided guests in the east lobby with jazz melodies. Guests in the west lobby were treated to the energetic sounds of the Big Easy Brass Band. People were able to join the party online and experience live music from both bands during the evening virtually.

Spotted on the dance floor were Boski and Sharad Sharma, Marena and Roger Gault and Willow Sanchez Lewis and Peter Lewis. Among those relaxing and enjoying the jazz music included Grace Cook, who has signed on to be honorary chairperson for The Big Dance in June 2022. Joining her were Erik Moss, Courtney Morrison and Noa Dawl. Also sighted during the evening were Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder Ann Williams, Kimberley and Tony Scalia, Rebecca and Daryl Roberts, retired Judge Carolyn Wright-Sanders and James Sanders, Angela Chapman, Misty Hoyt, Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld.

Culinaire catered the luscious New Orleans cuisine, including Jambalaya with Shrimp and Sausage, Fried Catfish with Grits, Fried Shrimp Po’Boys Sliders, Peach Cobbler and Beignets. The chef provided Vegan Meatless Muffaletta, Vegetable Etouffee and Vegan Dirty Rice for the vegetarians. Among those savoring the food were Georgia Scaife, Cathy Shepherd, Paulette and Herb Turner, Sheena and John Payne, Ella Goode Johnson and Earl Johnson and Debi and Darren Pena.

Sprinkled throughout the evening were mini parades featuring dancers in authentic attire, including the Mardi Gras Black Indian/ Big Queen from the Wild Apache Tribe and Southern Belle Baby Dolls.

The BIG Dance Host Committee included Regina and Matamba Austin, Dorris L. Bogus, Angela Chapman, Greer Christian, Grace Cook, Marena L. Gault, Gwen and Art George, Misty J. Hoyt, Terrence Maiden, Amenemope’ McKinney, Kim Noltemy, Kimberlie D. Page, Christopher Plumlee, Kymberley Scalia, Boski Sharma, Michelle Thomas, Paulette Turner and Ann Williams.

DBDT Artistic Director Melissa M. Young and DBDT Executive Director Zenetta S. Drew chatted with guests, thanking them for supporting the fundraiser, which benefited Dallas Black Dance Academy scholarships and education outreach programs.

The finale featured Grand Marshal Michelle N. Gibson leading the Big Easy Brass, DBDT dancers, and guests in a Second Line dance through the Meyerson lobby. The Big Dance turned out the perfect way to kick off the summer party season!

Event sponsors were JPMorgan Chase and Co., The Eugene McDermott Foundation, Hall Group, with additional sponsorship from Hall Wines. The official beer sponsor was Stella Artois.

* Photo credit: Reflections HD Photography

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Looking over the black-tie crowd in the foyer of the Anatole’s Chantilly Ballroom on Saturday, June 5, La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Co-chairs Michaela Dyer and Kim Quinn were grateful that the weather hadn’t interfered with any of the week’s activities. True, the night before the Fiesta Under the Stars had had its issues with air conditioning and valet parking. But that was the only hiccup that they had encountered.

It was such a different story from last year’s program that had to be canceled due to the pandemic.

While the Duchesses and their escorts were going through a run-through of the presentation to come, all looked rested and relaxed. While some were taking selfies with pals and making last-minute checks of their gowns, a couple of Duchesses were still fine-tuning their bows or getting advice from La Fiesta advisors.

A note on the bows: The Fiesta Duchesses have their own spin on the legendary Texas Dip. In some ways, it’s a harder version. Because unlike the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Debutantes, who are assisted in rising by the hand of their escort, the Duchesses have to return to standing position as their father and escort watch. There was one exception this year, when Whit Roberts couldn’t resist offering his hand to his daughter Duchess of Philadelphia Bethany Roberts.

As the Duchesses and escorts headed backstage, the crowd complete with a towering Statue of Liberty posing for photos was growing to the overflow stage, drawing a look or two from passing hotel guests decked out in swimsuits on their way to the pool.

Duchess mom Mary Parker, who had relocated with husband Joe Parker to Arkansas during the pandemic, was in town for daughter Duchess of Arkansas Rebecca Gill’s presentation on the arm of her father, Dr. John Gill. Mary admitted that the relocation was to have been temporary, but it ended up being permanent. Luckily, it didn’t interfere with her job as an American Airlines flight attendant.

Celese Gierhart was her mom Wanda Gierhart’s date. Seems Wanda’s husband, Chef Dean Fearing, was at Texas Horse Park cooking up some of his favorite items for the Equest Gala.

One of the favorite pastimes during the reception was families and friends having their photos taken next to the James French portrait of their favorite Duchess.

As for the look of the night, it was strictly black- and white-tie for the gents and long gowns and stilettos for the gals. But it was definitely noted that two trends were seen among the gowns. One was the form-fitting type that left nothing to the imagination. The other was the bare-back with crisscrossing straps. Needless to say, both these looks were worn by the Duchesses’ gal pals — not their moms or grandmoms.

All too soon the cocktail party ended as the doors to the ballroom opened with guests oh-so-slowly making their way to their tables for the presentation. In the crowd greeting guests entering the ballroom was 2020 La Fiesta Co-Chair Fran Matise, The next week, she and Co-Chair Mary Deaver would be holding the preview luncheon honoring the mothers of the 2020 Duchesses and escorts at Belo Mansion, a year behind schedule delayed by the pandemic.

As the announcer made the last-call of the program getting underway, a couple of youthful guests scurried to their chairs just in time. The center doors opened and in paraded the escorts following two scouts holding the U.S. and Texas flags. Made perfect sense, since the year’s theme “From Sea to Shining Sea” honored the United States.

As the escorts took their places on the stage, a handful of first responders was introduced and stood on the steps beneath the scouts. Just as Highland High School graduating senior JP Berry began singing the national anthem, all rose to their feet putting their right hands over their hearts, some singing along.

Following the welcome by Michaela and Kim and the individual introduction of all the escorts, the main act got underway with five groups of eight Duchesses, the fathers/stepfathers and escorts, to the cheers and cellphone salutes of the crowd.

Not one Duchess faltered; all dads/stepdads looked relieved that their mission had been accomplished; and the escorts offered their arm to the Duchesses.

After the final Duchess and escort were introduced, the 80 young women and men were introduced again, filling the stage to capacity. Then they were once again announced as they exited down the runway to the dance floor that was already filled with well-wishers. That’s where the rub came in. The floor was so crowded that anyone nervous about their dancing ability was relieved to find there was just no way to do even the smallest box step.

Funds raised from La Fiesta will benefit “projects within the Park Cities of an educational, charitable, and civic nature.”

For more than 60 photos of the night, check out MySweetCharity Photo Gallery.

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There’s been all that talk about how New Yorkers and Californians are up and moving to North Texas. For all new arrivals, Diane and Hal Brierley are the perfect role models to have. They moved to the area from the East Coast back in the 1980s with their entrepreneurial spirit and invested in the community by supporting countless non-profits. One category in particular was the arts. If there was an opening night, the Brierleys were there. If there was campaign underway to raise funds, they were there. If a board needed an out-of-the-box braintrust, they were there. If a hostess was asked for the must-have-couple on a fundraiser guest list, they were there.

As Hal explained in 2010, “This is the easiest city in the country to quickly become a part of the community if you become philanthropically involved. You have to get involved with either time or money.”

That is why it’s so appropriate that the AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Bravo! Gala will honor Diane and Hal on Friday, November 19, at the Winspear.

According to AT&T Performing Arts Center President/CEO Debbie Storey, “This year we are so pleased to celebrate Diane and Hal Brierley in recognition of their generous and sustained commitment to the Center and the impact they continue to have across the Arts District and this community.”

Gala Co-Chairs Sheryl Adkins-Green and Kristi Sherrill Hoyl have arranged for a full night of activities including a “progressive cocktail hour on all levels of the opera house, to a three-course seated dinner and an array of performances from local artists and arts organization each step of the way.”

The highlight of the evening’s activities will be “an intimate cabaret-style performance” by Phillipa Soo, who originated the role of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton in the Broadway hit production of “Hamilton.”

To join the salute to Diane and Hal and to have a jolly good time, you should check out the ticket and sponsorship opportunities. Proceeds will benefit the AT&T Performing Arts Center.

* Photo courtesy of Mary Kay Inc.

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Mother Nature gave The Senior Source a break with cooler temperatures and bright sunshine for its Diamond Dance-Off at Klyde Warren Park on Tuesday, June 22.

After weeks of entrants submitting videos of their dance moves to be judged, the big day had arrived with the winners of the four categories — solo, partners, group and generational — competing for the Diamond Dance-Off Crown prize.

The moves ranged from hip-hop and line-dancing to fox trotting to the delight of an audience that included the world’s oldest ballerina on pointe, a couple of Katrina transplants and a 102-year-old Holocaust survivor.

While the post is tap dancing into completion, check out MySweetCharity Photo Gallery for the fun and fundraising.

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The morning of Tuesday, June 22, was a rarity. Despite the 90-degree heat of the past days, a cold front had swept thru North Texas during the night resulting in morning temperatures in the 60s. It was to be a one-day reprise from the summer heat.

By 10 a.m. the temperatures had risen to the upper 70s, making it perfect for The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off finals at Klyde Warren Park. As one person commented, “A day before or a day after and it would have been a different story.”

After weeks of folks submitting videos in four categories (solo, partners, group and generational), the big day had arrived for the dance-off by the winners of the categories.

As children played in the splash pads near the Muse Family Performance Pavilion, the finalists, their fans like Molly Bogen, Sandra Estess and Betty Houser and curious observers prepared for the dance-off that was celebrating The Senior Source’s 60 years of “enhancing the quality of life of older adults in Dallas.”

Taking her seat on the front row was Honey Pickens, who couldn’t resist swaying to the pre-event music played over the PA by emcee WFAA’s DJ LC.

Across the way finalists/longtime Senior Source supporters Kathy and Larry Helms told how they had been dancing for 55 years. After reporting that their favorite dance was the jitterbug, Larry laughed that he had to teach Kathy how to dance because, “she was a Baptist and they can’t dance. I’m Presbyterian.”

Just as the program got underway, the rows of chairs were shaded by the Pavilion. But as the dancers were introduced and performed, the shade gave way to the sunshine, causing some guests to scooch their chairs in the direction of the shade. Luckily, the staff was ready for the rising temps as they handed out hand fans to create a breeze.

First introduced were the finalists and other notable entrants who had been standouts from the submissions, like Yasmeen Ali and her Golden Girls, Hurricane Katrina transplant Renza Lewis, North Dallas Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Ken Malcolmson, the world’s oldest ballerina on pointe Madame Suzelle Poole, Honey, Michael “Pappa Phunk” Neemes, the Helms, Texas Cool Line Dancers, Granny Sydney Portilla-Diggs and 102-year-old Holocaust survivor Bronia Weiner.

With judges Texas Ballet Theater’s Andre Silva, NBC5’s Vivian Kwarm and retired Dallas Morning News columnist Steve Blow and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson taking their places at the judging table, the four finalists — Texas Cool Line Dancers, Michael “Pappa Phunk” Neemes, the Helms and Granny Sydney Portilla-Diggs and her granddaughters — showed off their finest moves.

After a quick huddle among the judges, Eric announced that The Diamond Dance-Off Crown plus the $500 prize was won by Michael, to the delight of his fans. Upon receiving his check, he teared up and told the crowd that he was donating it to The Senior Source’s Beat The Heat program that provides AC units for clients in the days ahead.

As a surprise and a compliment to Michael’s act of kindness, his employer Retirement Planners of America matched the donation. The combined $1,000 resulted in the purchase of four air-conditioning units.

Michael’s and Retirement Planners of America’s generosities were a well-timed reminder. One doesn’t have to dance to help The Senior Source clients face the coming weeks of blistering heat.

For a look at more dance moves and faces, check out MySweetCharity Photo Gallery.

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In Dallas it’s known as the Tutu Chic. In Fort Worth it’s called the Caren Koslow Fashion Show. Both fundraisers for Texas Ballet Theater are held during the days just following Thanksgiving and before Christmas festivities swing into high gear.

In years past the Stanley Korshak fashions have been modeled by TBT ballerinas. But after a year’s hiatus, a change of clothes has taken place. Instead of Korshak, the ballerinas will be wearing fashions provided by presenting sponsor Neiman Marcus.

According to NM Group VP/Market General Manager Mary McGreevy, “Neiman Marcus is thrilled to serve as the presenting sponsor for Texas Ballet Theater’s annual holiday fashion show fundraisers. This year, we look forward to celebrating the magic and love of the holiday season more than ever, especially through cherished partnerships and events such as this.”

While Dallas’ Tutu Chic on Tuesday, November 30, at the Winspear will be co-chaired by Janet Rice and Capera Ryan, Fort Worth’s Caren Koslow on Thursday, December 9, at Bass Performance Hall will have Liz Fleischer and Lauri Lawrence as the co-chairs.

As Capera put it, “It is so exciting to partner with Neiman Marcus for the first time for these annual events. This year is sure to be a special celebration as it is the arts that have kept us inspired during the recent challenging times. It is an honor to co-chair this chic luncheon and celebrate the ballet and the wonderful patrons who support it.”

More details are in the works, so stay tuned.

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Blonde Kim Hext’s track record for throwing a fundraising party is pretty impressive. There was the 2018 Zoo To Do that at the last minute had to fall back for Plan B when rain made the outdoor event a no-go. But when the Plan B hotel ‘fessed that it wasn’t going to live up to its commitment, Kim pulled things together for a great old night at another venue with guests posing for photos with all types of glowing critters.

Then there was the Dallas Opera’s 2019 First Night for “The Magic Flute” that was pretty darn beautiful with her having penguins and flamingos greeting the black-tie types walking up the red carpet for the cocktail party. For supper it was a magnificent seated dinner in a tent that could have easily been mistaken for an elegant ballroom.

So it’s no wonder that when word went out that she was chairing the Majestic Centennial Celebration Gala on Saturday, September 18, at the Majestic Theatre, it sold out immediately.

For those who get their reservations in, they can expect quite a night, with a cocktail reception in the lobby with Dallas’ premier saxophonist David Carr Jr. providing the music as guests arrive.

When the doors of the theater open, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform a world premier piece, followed by a seated, four-course, wine-paired supper orchestrated by Cassandra and floral by Garden Gate’s mastermind Junior Villanueva.

Kim reports that, “Loge entertainment during the dinner will be provided by a soloist from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Young Strings and the Dallas Theater Center.”

In keeping with the celebration of the “legacy and impact of the theater’s owner [the late] Karl Hoblitzelle and Hoblitzelle Foundation,” the Majestic Centennial Award will be presented to philanthropist Deedie Rose “for her dedication and service to historical preservation, the performing arts and the City of Dallas.”

Proceeds will “be used to establish the Friends of the Majestic Fund, an accessibility fund for Dallas education and arts organizations to utilize the theater who otherwise may not have the ability to rent it on their own.”

But the  gala isn’t the only event planned to mark the Majestic Centennial place in Dallas history. The following afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m., there will a Community Open House for folks that will be held in both the Majestic and the adjacent Pacific Plaza Park. While food trucks and performances will take place at the Plaza as well as tours and music by Herbie Johnson, the Majestic will host Dallas Black Dance Theatre performances and a screening of 1921’s “The Kid” with music provided by pianist Paul Slavens.

The final event to complete the 100^th anniversary will be a special concert in April 2022. Centennial Chair Lynn McBee is finalizing details, so tickets aren’t available yet. But stay tuned.

BTW, if you just landed in your private jet and are new to town, you might want to check out KERA Channel 13’s “Majestic 100: Celebrating 100 Years” that will air on Saturday, August 7, at 6 p.m.

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