Polo on the Lawn, A Family-Friendly Fundraiser

Polo fans gathered at Prestonwood Polo and Country Club on Saturday, May 4th for a fun-filled, family-friendly Kentucky Derby-themed afternoon of fast-paced action, thoroughbred beauties, and champagne divot stomping at the 12^th Annual Polo on the Lawn event.

The event included sideline socializing during the USPA Sanctioned Henry S. Miller Cup polo match and live broadcast of The Kentucky Derby in the pavilion. The fun continued with music and dancing, silent auction, and guests strutting the runway in their Derby fashions.

(Back Row: L to R): Crystal Keziah, Tim Lurton, Sarah McCraw, Leila Merwin, Hollis Merwin, Kevin Yu, Rebecca Lawson, Kristen Martin. (Front Row: L to R): Shannon Smith, Melissa Williams, Kristin Kelley



Celebrity judges, lifestyle guru Steve Kemble, WFAA “Daybreak” host Ron Corning and HGTV Design Star’s Hilari Younger, awarded prizes for Best Dressed, Best Hat, Best Picnic, and Best Tailgate.  There was fun for the entire family with bounce houses, face painting and carnival games.

Eric & Heidi Lindh

The event raised funds and awareness for beneficiary Project Transformation and their work to support Dallas’ low-income children and youth with free literacy and educational programs.

Wish Night 2013

Wish Night® 2013

Hilton Anatole Hotel
May 18, 2013

6:00 pm

A hero is not always made of steel or a caped crusader in the middle of the night. Sometimes a hero is simply a child going through life’s greatest obstacles, with a smile on his face. Or maybe it’s the person who helps to make those smiles possible. This year, Make-A-Wish North Texas calls upon all its heroes to celebrate another wonderful year of magic. Join us as we take you through a night full of wonder, action and adventure as we celebrate you and each courageous child. For without you, we would not be able to give these children their super powers to battle through their illnesses. Wish Night is the signature black-tie gala for Make-A-Wish North Texas. Since inception, Wish Night has granted more than 1,350 wishes for children in North Texas battling life-threatening medical conditions.

WILL YOU BE THEIR HERO?

Wishes come in all shapes and sizes, but the average cost of a wish is $7,400. Your support of Wish Night 2013: A Night For Heroes provides children with hope for better times, strength for the tough times and the joy of experiencing the present.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

View the online auction catalog here.

Inaugural Disco Run

A disco inferno is lighting up in Fair Park this Sunday, May 19, 2013, as the inaugural DISCO 5K and 10K RUN kicks off, bringing disco fever to Funkytown! This inaugural event will feature a $100 BEST DISCO COSTUME AWARD for both men and women runners, DJ-manned Disco Aid stations, and post-race party with disco music and live band, hot pancakes, and giant disco medallion award ceremony.

The DISCO RUN, produced by Dallas Athletes Racing, benefits Nobody's Normal, a non-profit supporting mental health awareness. www.nobodysnormal.org

Registration is still available at packet pick-up locations and at the event. 5K is $50 and 10K is $55.

www.DiscoRun.com



Miracle Players Foundation presents Peace, Hope & Butterflies 2013

Dallas Zoo Kid to Do Party Safari

 

Hey, party animals! During the 125th Anniversary of the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas Zoological Society is excited to announce the second annual Kid To Do at the Dallas Zoo. Set for June 1, 2013, the block party style event, themed Party Safari, promises to be a wildly amusing evening for parents and their children. Jamie, the youngest giraffe at the Dallas Zoo, is stepping out as this year’s “safari guide” and promises it will be an evening to remember!

The event will feature kid-friendly fare and exciting entertainment such as bounce houses, a live DJ, face painting and arts and crafts, as well as unique animal encounters, a private bird show in the Wildlife Amphitheater, and much, much more! Proceeds from Kid To Do enable the Dallas Zoological Society to continue in its mission to support the Dallas Zoo as an outstanding center of education, entertainment, and wildlife conservation.

WHEN:

Saturday, June 1, 2013

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Dallas Zoo Lacerte Family Children's Zoo,

Giants of the Savanna, Cat Green in ZooNorth, and Picnic Ridge

CHAIRS:

Event Chairs: Rob and Julie Little

Honorary Chairs: Kellie Rasberry and Emma Kelly

Honorary Restaurant Chairs: Kent and Tracy Rathbun

Sponsorships begin at $500. For more information on underwriting and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Megan Harrison at 469-554-7440 or megan.harrison@dallaszoo.com Tickets are $75 per person. Children age 2 and under are free. Visit www.dallaskidtodo.com to purchase tickets.

2013 Just Say YES Luncheon Delivers Inspiring Message

Over 330 guests joined Honorary Chair Kay Miller at the home of Lisa and Kenny Troutt for the Annual Just Say YES Luncheon held in their home on April 23. 

Kenny and Lisa Troutt

The luncheon was catered by Chef Richard Chamberlain. Former Armani model and Vogue and Glamour cover girl Jennifer Strickland delivered the keynote address.  Strickland told her personal story of a life that seemed glamorous and enviable, but was riddled with depression, drugs, anorexia and suicidal thoughts. The afternoon also featured several former United States Olympians highlighted by many gold medal winners including 2004 Gymnastics Gold Medalist Carly Patterson, 1996 Swimming Gold Medalist Ryan Berube, 1996 Gold Medalist in Track and Field Chryste Fields, 1984 Gymnastics Gold Medalist Mitch Gaylord, and 1960 Track and Field Gold Medalist Earl Young will all be on hand to share how they have made "more" of their lives since their Olympic glory.

Tavia and Grace Hunt, Jennifer Strickland

Jennifer Strickland and Alicia Landry

"All too often our culture guides youth on a journey that encourages them to follow the crowd, ignoring positive voices.  Just Say YES inspires, directs and leads with a message of truth by giving the tools and expertise needed to guide youth toward achieving their dreams and goals," said Founder and Executive Director, Dan Bailey.  "Since 2002, the high impact speakers and multimedia programs of Just Say YES have helped redirect the lives of youth to a future full of hope and promise by saying "YES" to their dreams and goals and "no" to destructive choices."



Mitch Gaylord, Ryan Berube, Earl Young, Sue and Jimmy Gragg, Chryste Gaines, Patrick Sapp



To contact Just Say YES call 972.437.0002 or visit the website at www.justsayyes.org

Nicky's Week Returns to Ra Sushi

RA Sushi at Shops at Legacy will host its ninth annual “Nicky’s Week” fundraiser Sunday, May 26, through Saturday, June 1, to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, one of the world’s premier centers for research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

RA will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of a variety of menu items and beverages to St. Jude to help support the hospital’s lifesaving mission.

The special Nicky’s Week menu can be viewed here.

Happy Hour prices will be honored on applicable items.

Nicky’s Week was developed in memory of St. Jude patient Nicholas “Nicky” Mailliard, of Scottsdale, Ariz., who lost a long battle with brain cancer in February 2005 at the young age of 13. A nephew of one of RA Sushi’s founders, Nicky held a special place in the hearts of RA Sushi associates throughout the organization. RA Sushi initiated the fundraiser to honor the memory of Nicky and to raise awareness and funds for St. Jude, where no child is ever turned away because of a family’s inability to pay for medical treatments.

Ronald McDonald Houses of Dallas and Fort Worth “Share the Love” Fundraiser Set for May 17

The Ronald McDonald Houses of Dallas and Fort Worth are collaborating on a fundraiser called “Share the Love” on Friday, May 17. They are asking businesses, organizations, groups and individuals to purchase a “Share the Love” t-shirt for $15, and wear the shirts on May 17 to show their support for these Ronald McDonald Houses.

Jill Cumnock, CEO of Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, said, “Families who stay at the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas are asked to contribute $15 a night toward the cost of their stay. However, families who are unable to pay are never turned away. When you or your company or group purchases a “Share the Love” t-shirt for $15, you are providing a night’s stay for a family with a sick or injured child.”

Cumnock added, “On May 17, be sure to share photos of yourself and/or your group when you wear your shirts via social media through isharethelove.org.” People can also tag photos on Twitter with #isharethelove, and post photos on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ronald-McDonald-House-of-Dallas/74434453303.

To place a t-shirt order, visit http://isharethelove.org/ or contact Diane Fullingim at 214.631.7354.

Susan Spindler's Volunteer Work Spotlighted in May's Plano Profile!

We are so excited to share with you this month's Plano Profile featuring RSVP Calendar Ambassador, Susan Spindler. The feature spotlights Susan's amazing volunteer work in our community. 

To read the full article visit : http://virtualonlineeditions.com/publication/?i=156228