Recently a 30-something laughed that she had recently had a “senior moment.” As the baby boomers continue their march into the 21st century and their 60’s, 70’s and future decades, “senior moments” are no laughing matter. That’s why the Aging Mind Foundation was established in 2013 — “to support organizations that are doing research on the aging mind, Alzheimer ’s disease, other dementias and overall longevity.” Its focus “is to address and support critical issues unique to the aging mind, including research, treatment, education and advocacy.”
Barbara Daseke and Laree Hulshoff (File photo)
With that in mind (sorry about that pun), Barbara Buzzell, Barbara Daseke and Laree Hulshoff have put their heads together and are chairing “Living With Bob: A Salute To Robert A. Wilson.” Yes, the man who was KERA’s first chief executive and gave newspaper man Jim Lehrer his first TV job. Yes, the man who worked with Stanley Marcus, Patsy and Raymond Nasher and other legendary Dallas greats. Yes, the man who is married to photographer Laura Wilson. And, yes, the father of Andrew, Luke and Owen.
Owen Wilson and Laura Wilson (File photo)
Since the trio has arranged to have The Joule be the presenting sponsor, the Saturday, February 21st fundraiser will take place throughout The Joule. The cocktail reception, seated dinner and presentation will take place in the Praetorian and Mosaic ballrooms on ballroom level. Then the guests will dance and dessert the night away in the Joule Terrace on the rooftop under the stars.
Oh, but there’s more! In addition to Dallas architect Bill Booziotis serving at honorary chair, Wilson son Owen will be “special guest.”
Proceeds from the starry night will benefit the Center for Vital Longevity.