39th Annual USA Film Festival

The 39th Annual USA Film Festival starts today and goes thru the 3rd of May so get your hands on a program schedule now and make plans to attend a few great films!  You can also call 214.821.FILM for more program information or get advance tickets thru Ticketmaster by calling 214-631-2787 and then hold for a live operator.  My personal pick is "Must Read After My Death."  The description of the film is haunting me!  It will be on Saturday the 2nd of May at 9 pm and the director, Morgan Dews, will be in attendance.  I also want to see Jennifer Aniston, Steve Zahn, and Woody Harrelson in "Management," a romantic comedy.  It will be on Sunday the 3rd of May at 7 pm.  All of the films are at the Angelika so get a group of your friends together and make plans to dine and watch together!  All tickets are $10.  Don't miss the special tributes to Brian Cox, Ray Liotta, Juanita Moore, Joe Sedelmaier, M. Emmet Walsh and Paul Williams.

Heres to Lindy Berkley and the Children's Cancer Fund

I can't believe what Lindy Berkley, a cancer survivor herself, was able to pull off at this year's Children's Cancer Fund Luncheon.  There was not a dry eye in the Anatole Ballroom during the fashion show featuring precious children battling cancer escorted by their favorite celebrities who ranged from Troy Aikman to the Toothfairy!  Dillards so graciously gave the kids the darling outfits they modeled and the auction was a huge success.  Lindy's husband, Brad, was beaming with pride and he purchased the Christopher Martin painting that had been donated to hang in their home as a lasting memory of Lindy's great accomplishment.  They raised an additional $25,000 bonus money after the auction when attendees were asked to put as little or as much money as they could in an envelope at their seat.  Did I mention that Lindy had a baby only 5 weeks ago!!!  What an incredible cause!  The event was a great reminder that the little things I worry about are so trivial.  The children featured in the show and the calendar are fighting greater battles every day and they do it with a smile, a giggle and an incredibly positive attitude.  They are my heros!

2009 Cotes du Coeur

The results are in!  The 2009 Cotes du Coeur was a huge success and raised over $1.7 million for the American Heart Association!  To see photos of the event check out www.rebeccalorrine.com and click on "proofing."  Use the log-in username: "heart" and the password: "event."  The photos will be up for the next 60 days!

Polo on the Lawn

Looking for a fun and unusual way to spend a beautiful Saturday?  Hurry up and purchase tickets for Polo on the Lawn!  The Family Place's unique fundraiser will take place on Saturday the 2nd of May at the Prestonwood Polo and Country Club (525 Yacht Club Road  Oak Point, Texas  75068)  To purchase tickets, please visit www.familyplace.org or call Emily Santillanat 214-443-7717.

Stiletto Struting at Neiman Marcus

Looking for a way to promote Women's heart health and keep your Manolos on at the same time?  This is the perfect event for you!  Grab a date and support Cardiovascular research and educational programs for the the women's initiatives of the American Heart Association on the 7th of May from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Downtown Neiman Marcus Flagship.  While the men catch up in the Loafer Lounge, the ladies will take a sassy strut around the block!  Cocktails and fun activities from a sketch artist to a fun photo opp will follow and any "Slingback" sponsorships or higher will continue on to a delicious dinner and fantastic new Joule Hotel. To sponsor the Neiman Marcus Stiletto Strut, contact Jennifer Howell at 214-712-1307 or jennifer.howell@heart.org.  There are various sponsorship levels or individual tickets that start at $250.

Busy weekend but maybe you can make time for some Gallery Hopping?

If you have taken a look at this weekend's list of events on the Dallas Social Calendar you know that this weekend is a busy one!  Try to squeeze in a visit to the new Light and Sie Gallery at 129 Leslie Street this weekend as they celebrate their opening.  The reception is Saturday the 18th of April from 5:00 pm until 8:00 and the opening show, Being and Nothingness is curated by James Cope.  The show, with works by Kate Atkin, Martin Boyce, Henry Coombes, Edward Kay, George Henry Longly, Toby Paterson and Clare Stephenson, is up until the 30th of May.

Brinker International Forum 2009/2010 Season Announced

Justin and I had a wonderful evening at the beautiful home of Toni and Norman Brinker tonight.  They hosted the Advisory Committee for the Brinker International Forum and announced the 2009/2010 Season speakers.  Although the Meyerson has been a great host to the Forum in Season 1, as planned, season two will take place at the new Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House!  Get your season tickets now at www.dallasperformingarts.org.

You can also call 214-880-0202.

10/22/09  Condoleezza Rice  Sponsored by Jones Day

11/09/09  Hilary Swank  Sponsored by Diane and Hal Brierley

12/07/09  Paul Nicklen in partnership with National Geographic Live  Sponsored by One Arts Plaza

01/06/10  Lisa Ling in partnership with National Geographic Live Sponsored by The Ted and Shannon Skokos Foundation

02/26/10  The Creative Process: Bob Balaban, Peter Guber & Brett Ratner Moderated by Campbell Brown  Sponsored by John Eagle Dealerships

03/17/10  David Frost & Frank Langella:  A Conversation  Sponsored by Museum Tower

Tickets

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Our First Entry!

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