Holiday Tea at Arlington Hall

Holiday Tea at Arlington Hall
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy champagne and High Tea in beautiful Arlington Hall to start your holiday season. Special guest Gerald Stroup, internationally known tenor, will perform seasonal selections and entertain with a few backstage "perspectives" from his career. Dr. Bob Lawrence, Dallas School of Music, will provide accompaniment. Mr. Stroup has performed with the Goldovsky Opera Workshop, New York Grand Opera in Central Park, and the New Orleans Opera just to name a few.

Tickets: $60

Click here to reserve your seat.

Council For Life "Celebrating Life Luncheon"

Top Left Photo: Suzanne Everbach, Mimi Gilliland, Beneficiary Chair, and Stephanie Hagen, Beneficiary Chair- Elect

Top Right Photo: Sarah Seay, Luncheon Chair, Ann Carruth, Founder of Council For Life

Bottom Photo: Chuck and Gena Norris, Ebby Halliday, Lisa and Kenny Troutt

On November 9, 2010 in Dallas, TX, the Council For Life hosted the "Celebrating Life Luncheon"at the Hilton Anatole Hotel with 1,050 people in attendance. The Luncheon Chairs were Sarah and George Seay and the Honorary Chairs were Gena and Chuck Norris. Stephen Arterburn, author and host of the number one Christian counseling broadcasting, "New Life Live," was the speaker at the luncheon.

Sarah and George Seay announced that the $450,000 goal had been exceeded and in addition to the 10 beneficiaries, the 2 wait listed beneficiaries would also be funded.

The Council For Life, a Dallas based organization is focused on raising awareness about difficult that surround unplanned pregnancies. They also provide funding for the agencies that share the same mission of "empowering, educating, and equipping our community to make life-affirming choices."

Learn more about their mission at their website http://www.councilforlife.org/ or their blog http://councilforlife.org/blog/

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2nd Annual WOW Dallas Luncheon

The 2nd Annual WOW Dallas Luncheon
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Hope Center

2001 West Plano Parkway, Suite 3700 • Plano 75075
Tickets: $20

Click here to RSVP.

Women for Orphans Worldwide (WOW) is an auxiliary of Orphan Outreach. The mission of Orphan Outreach is to improve the lives of orphans and at-risk children primarily in Guatemala, Honduras, India, and Russia through meeting the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of the children. WOW is committed to supporting Orphan Outreach to make a lasting difference for some of these precious children.

Mockingbird Station kicks off the holiday season

Kick-off the season at Mockingbird Station!
Join us on December 1, 2010 for activities, discounts, and specials.
Retailer/restaurant discounts & specials from 5-9 p.m.
New Texas Symphony Orchestra performing holiday music from 6-8 p.m.

Woodrow Wilson Variations Show Choir caroling from 7-8 p.m.

Free outdoor screening of Elf at 8 p.m. (mezzanine near Angelika)

DMA Kicks Off Cowboys Stadium Art Program

In anticipation of Super Bowl XLV in February, 2011 at the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, the Dallas Museum of Art will premiere an exhibition in December in honor of the Cowboys Stadium Art Program. This exhibition - Big New Field: Artists in the Cowboys Stadium Art Program - will feature works by the artists represented in the groundbreaking contemporary art program at the spectacular new stadium. The exhibition opens on December 5, 2010 and closes on February 20, 2011.

The “season kick off” begins on Saturday, December 4, with Free Admission Day from 11 AM to 5 PM centered on a “sneak peek” of the exhibition. Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities, including an artist workshop with Annette Lawrence and Studio Creations.

Throughout the three-month exhibition run, additional programming will include the following (details available at DallasMuseumofArt.org):

Gallery Talk
Wednesday, December 8, 2010, 12:15 p.m.
Selected Wednesdays, January–February 2011, 12:15 p.m.
Join DMA curators, artists, and other guest speakers to explore the exhibit.

Bite-Sized Self-Guided Tours
January–February 2011

State of the Arts
Thursday, January 13, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Join KERA host and senior producer Jeff Whittington for a conversation with artist Annette Lawrence, whose work is featured in the exhibit; Charles Wylie, Dallas Museum of Art curator and member of the Cowboys Stadium Art Council; and architect Bryan K. Trubey, Principal/Director of the HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, which designed Cowboys Stadium.

Meaningful Moments: Big New Field
Tuesday, January 18, 2011, 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Designed specifically for individuals with early-stage dementia and their family members or caregivers, Meaningful Moments is a monthly program that includes an interactive gallery discussion and an art-making activity in the Art Studio. The program is free but reservations are required.

January Late Night
Friday, January 21, 2011, 6:00 p.m.–midnight

Family Experiences from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Join us for Yoga for Kids and Bedtime Stories with Arturo.

Arts & Letters Live
Tony and Lauren Dungy
You Can Be a Friend (book to be released January 2011)
Saturday, February 5, 2011, 3:00 p.m.
Tony and Lauren Dungy will discuss their forthcoming second children’s book "You Can Be a Friend" which celebrates the talents and strengths we all have, no matter our physical ability. FREE EVENT. Space is limited. To guarantee your seat, register for tickets in advance at www.tickets.dallasmuseumofart.org or call 214-922-1818.

Holidays at the DSO

From inspiring touring shows to popular carols, Yuletide classics and sparkling waltzes on New Years Eve, beloved holiday entertainment by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra is a cherished tradition for young and old.

Michael W. Smith
November 30 - December 1

Christmas Pops with Marvin Hamlisch

December 2-4

Christmas Celebration
December 9-19

The one-of-a-kind Christmas tradition continues with an all-new program of popular carols and holiday classics featuring the Dallas Symphony Chorus and a children's choir. It's festive family fun, with a visit from Santa Claus!

Mannheim Steamroller
December 26-27
New Years Eve with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra

New Years Eve with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra
December 31
Ring in the New Year in this elegant and entertaining European-style program that takes listeners "From Paris to Vienna." Esteemed Austrian maestro Friedrich Haider will conduct the DSO in light classics, popular overtures and frothy waltzes and polkas by French and Austrian composers. The evening will conclude with beloved music by the famous Strauss family of Vienna, including the Waltz King himself, Johann Strauss II.

Cupcake Tea at The Ritz-Carlton

Cupcake Tea at The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton - 2121 McKinney Ave.

$28 seating, per person
Call for reservations: 214-922-4817
November 28, 2010 2 pm-4 pm
December 5, 2010 2 pm-4 pm
December 12, 2010 2 pm-4 pm

December 19, 2010 2 pm-4 pm

BOUGH*WOW! Benefiting Artreach

Art. Gifts. Fun. Friendship. Good food. Holiday cheer. Music. And light.

You'll have more than one reason to say "WOW!" when Artreach-Dallas hosts BOUGH*WOW, a showcase of magnificent holiday trees created by some of the top artists and designers in North Texas.

Sunday, November 28, 2010

5:00-7:00pm

Arlington Hall at Lee Park

The evening will include wine, hors d'oeuvres, music played by renowed DJ Lucy Wrubel, one-of-a kind wreaths, table-top trees, and an exclusive market of specially selected holiday items - all followed by the spectacular lighting of Lee Park.

Tickets: $65 per person

Young Texans Against Cancer Holiday Happy Hour

Join the Young Texans Against Cancer for their Holiday Happy Hour next Tuesday, December 7th at The Art House at Hotel ZaZa. We can't wait to see you there for some holiday cheer!

SPCA Adoption Pavilion at NorthPark

What: The SPCA of Texas and NorthPark Center team up this holiday season for the 20th Annual Pet Adoption Pavilion. To celebrate this milestone, the SPCA of Texas is thrilled to announce NorthPark Center as the home in Dallas for all the SPCA of Texas’ adoptable dogs and cats this holiday season.

When:
The Adoption Pavilion at NorthPark Center will be open November 26, 2010 through December 24, 2010. Hours are Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. On Christmas Eve, hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where:
The Adoption Pavilion will be located in the main entrance hallway next to Victoria’s Secret, near Santa Claus.

Why:
For the past 20 years, the SPCA of Texas has partnered with NorthPark Center for what continues to be the most successful adoption event of the year. Every year, hundreds of homeless dogs and cats find their loyal, loving families at NorthPark Center, and this year will be no different.

Shop for a Cause!

I am so touched and thrilled that Stanley Korshak has put together a very special program to benefit the North Texas Food Bank's Food 4 Kids program that I am co-chairing with my friends Joyce Goss and Katherine Perot Reeves.  It is an incredible program and Stanley Korshak has just made it easier to make a donation. Here is the deal:  Stop into their amazing store any time this week and make a $50 (or more!) donation to the NTFB and you will get 25% off any item in the store! Please take advantage of this amazing offer and help out this amazing program. To learn more about the North Texas Food Bank's Food 4 Kids program check out www.NTFB.org

Sprinkles Cupcakes and World AIDS Day

Sprinkles Cupcakes are extremely tasty and if there is one within reach I will easily gobble it up. On December 1st this can be done without any guilt. As you are getting ready to place your order, make sure to purchase the red ribbon red velvet cupcake and 100% of the proceeds will go to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Sprinkles is helping to promote World AIDS Day at all of their stores, so go ahead and indulge!

WHO: Sprinkles Cupcakes

WHAT: World AIDS Day promotion benefiting Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

WHEN: December 1, 2010

WHERE: The Plaza at Preston Center 4020 Villanova, Dallas, Texas 75225 214.369.0004 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Dickens of a Christmas

Friday, November 26, 2010: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 27, 2010: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday, November 28, 2010: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Downtown McKinney’s premier festival, the 30th Annual Dickens of a Christmas, is the perfect start to the holiday season! This magical event is free to the public, and free shuttle service will be provided. Click here for the entertainment schedule.

Santa will be located in The Gallery of the McKinney Performing Arts Center. Entertainment Photos will be offering photo packages if you choose to purchase; however, visits with Santa are free to the public. The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Friday, November 26 at 6:15 p.m. in Mitchell Park, located one block west of the square. Don't miss a special message from Mayor Brian Loughmiller, then follow Santa back to the square to enjoy the spirit of the season.

Take a horse drawn carriage ride through the Historic District. Free carriage rides will be offered at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts, just two blocks off the square.

McKinney Repertory Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol"
Friday and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m.

Lone Star Wine Cellars will be collecting toys for the local Toys for Tots campaign. Infinity Art Academy will host an array of events - Mrs. Claus "Story Time on the Hour," Puppet Theatre, and an Art Table to make your own Christmas Candy Paintings. Other activities include a bounce house, giant tic-tac-toe and hopscotch games, and "A Christmas Story" playing outdoors on Saturday at 5pm.

The Pantry Restaurant will collect canned food for the Collin County Food Pantry. You should also check out the Christmas photos and painting with Sip-N-Doodle, along with face painting, sand art, caricature drawings, pony rides, petting zoo and live reindeer. Freedom Church will be taking blanket donations for The Samaritan Inn. Don’t forget about the popular 30-horse Dickens Carousel will be located on Tennessee Proper, and see the live nativity at the corner of Louisiana and Church Streets.

A Village Holiday - Friday, November 26

Highland Park Village’s holiday festivities will take place on November 26 from 2 to 6 PM. Village visitors will enjoy caroling, face painting, balloon artists, carriage rides, and special offers at participating retailers. Additionally, the famous Highland Park Village Christmas lights will be illuminated for the first time of the season that evening. The merchants of Highland Park Village are hosting a toy drive to benefit the S.M. Wright Foundation. Photos with Santa will be taken by Holt Haynsworth, and one complimentary photo will be offered by ordering online at haynsworthphotography.com. For more details, visit hpvillage.com.

Stanley Korshak Holiday Event for the WOKC Women's Guild

Designer Stocking Auction and Cocktail Party

Hosted by: Stanley Korshak
When: December 2
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm

Join them for the Silent Auction to bid on 12 designer Christmas stockings which were stuffed by 12 local Dallas designers.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Wipe Out Kids' Cancer.

The event is free and everyone is welcome!

2010 City Lights

Downtown Dallas will prepare for the holiday season during the annual City Lights celebration on Saturday, November 20.

City Lights kicks off at 5:00pm with family-friendly festivities at Main Street Garden (1902 Main Street), including an outdoor market featuring local artisans, face painting, ornament making, and live music

Holiday Tree Lighting at 6:30 p.m.

Moonwalk to Neiman Marcus Flagship Store at 7:00pm for the lighting of the Neiman Marcus store and the grand opening of “Big Encounters of the Little Kind." NM will also unveil their stunning holiday windows and fun children’s crawl-tube

West Elm Proudly Supports St Jude

Need some unique holiday gift ideas for that person who seems to have everything? Shop at West Elm and help St. Jude at the same time! With free shipping on these items at WestElm.com, you can't go wrong.

Mercury Birds $12-$16

50% of the purchase price of each Mercury Glass Bird will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

Sequin Animals $25.00
$5 of the purchase price of this item will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

Designer Christmas Stocking Auction at Stanley Korshak

Kick off the holiday season with a fun and festive evening benefiting Wipe Out Kids' Cancer (WOKC) & The WOKC Women's Guild

Designer Christmas Stocking Auction and Cocktail Party
Thursday, December 2
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Shak at Stanley Korshak

The party will include food, drinks, and a silent auction of 12 unique Christmas stockings designed and filled by a group of select local designers chosen by Stanley Korshak. These stockings will not be available anywhere else! There is no cost to attend the event. Please join us as we celebrate the holidays and raise awareness for the fight against childhood cancer.

The Lights at Legacy

On Sunday, November 22, The Shops at Legacy in Plano will kick-off the holiday season by hosting “The Lights at Legacy,” a fun-filled tree lighting ceremony enjoyed by local residents and surrounding communities that specifically benefits the Child Life department at Children’s at Legacy.

Children’s Medical Center will be there, with the Women’s Auxiliary supporting the hospital through the sale of blinking reindeer noses and specially commissioned Christopher Radko™ holiday ornaments (inspired by a patient’s artwork) and photos with Santa Claus. A real Children’s ambulance will also be on-site, along with tables providing free information on the hospital and the Women’s Auxiliary.

Several shop owners and restaurants are generously donating a portion of the day’s sales to Children’s, including U Boutique and Med Spa, Half Shell’s Seafood Grill, Gordon Biersch brewery restaurant, St. Bernard Sports and Bachendorf’s jewelers.

Other holiday sights and sounds at the event include live reindeer, carolers, face-painting, train & carriage rides and caricature artists — all while various musical groups and choirs perform on three different stages. Merchants will be hosting a variety of activities including special promotions both inside and outside their stores.

The festival kicks off at 2 p.m. The tree lighting ceremony takes place at 6:30 p.m., featuring Plano mayor Phil Dyer as the official switch flipper. For more information about the event, please visit the website.

Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash - Saturday, November 20th

Etsy Dallas: 3rd Annual Jingle Bash
Saturday, November 20, 2010 - 2:00pm - 8:00pm
For the third year in a row, the Jingle Bash - Etsy Dallas' handmade holiday shopping event - will offer up the very best in handmade apparel, bags, jewelry, home décor, accessories, art, pottery and more from over 50 hand-picked artists, crafters and designers. This year, the Jingle Bash will be held at The Palladium’s Lone Star Room (within the Gilley’s event complex - map), a larger and more spacious venue than the former and beloved Sons of Hermann Hall.

Let's get ready to party with:
· Over 50 handpicked artists and crafters selling their work from a variety of styles and mediums
· Free DIY crafts courtesy of Oil & Cotton
· Two full bars featuring signature Bash drinks
· Music by DJ JuanSOLO (a.k.a. John Durbin)
· Photo booth by Etsy Dallas benefiting The Smile Train
· Free admission, wheelchair and stroller accessible
· Plenty of secure parking ($5 fee)

Recent St. Jude Events Raise $700,000

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital just wrapped up their annual Evening Under the Star Party and the St. Jude/Derek Harper Golf Classic which raised $700,000 for the kids of St. Jude.

The golf tournament attracted big names at Stonebriar Country Club, such as legend Lee Trevino and Tim Brown. Within the same month guests had a wonderful evening while dining on the Dallas Cowboys new turf, Cowboys Stadium. Silent and live auctions included Super Bowl XLV tickets, dinner and kitchen tour at Abacus, a whopping 27.65 carat blue topaz pendant and much more.

Both of these events continue to help raise awareness and funding for children with cancer. Congratulations to all the attendees, committee members, St. Jude's, donors and everyone involved in making these North Texas events successful for St. Jude Children's Hospital!

Success is in the bag... Dress for Success style show

Style Show and Champagne Event
Thursday, November 18th
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Ashton Club House
2215 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, 75201
Join acclaimed accessory designer Bobby Schandra for an evening of style! Donate an old handbag at the event and get $50 credit toward the purchase of a new bag. Dress for Success Dallas will receive a portion of the donated bags, and you can purchase a fabulous new bag or accessory.

Hunger and Thirst 2011 Calendar benefiting NTFB

Featuring recipes from Chef Kent Rathbun, it’s the gift that will tantalize the taste buds all year long! This year’s “limited–edition” Hunger & Thirst 2011 Calendar features 13 exclusive recipes by renowned Chef Kent Rathbun plus $24 in valuable Central Market coupons. Proceeds benefit the North Texas Food Bank’s mission to feed hungry North Texans.

$25 donation (S & H included)

Click here to order.
You’re invited to the upcoming Calendar Launch with Chef Kent Rathbun:
Saturday, December 4

10 AM – 12 noon

Central Market Plano (320 Coit Road)

VINE and DINE

Join Bob and Myrna Schlegal for the Third Annual Vine and Dine dinner and auction benefitting United Cerebral Palsy of North Texas.

When: November 18th

Time: 7:00pm-11:00pm

Where: Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas

All food will be prepared by Chef Kevin Garvin, Scott Murray and Ken Downing.

Help UCP celebrate their 57th year of service to children and adults with Cerebral Palsy.

To secure your reservation through donation, visit:

www.ucpvineanddine.com

www.upcvineanddine.com

2010 Life is Sweet pastry showcase

Best Buddies Texas Announces Its Inaugural
Life Is Sweet Pastry Chef Showcase
pairing top chefs and adults with intellectual disabilities

Wednesday, November 17, 2010
7 pm until 10 pm
Victoria Hall (3121 Ross Avenue - Dallas 75204)

Life is Sweet showcases spectacular desserts designed, created and presented by DFW’s top chefs and their Buddies (adults with intellectual disabilities). All proceeds from this event benefit Best Buddies Texas. Gary Cogill, former WFAA film critic, will emcee the event, consisting of the presentation of these superb desserts, an array of hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, and fabulous friends.

Tickets: $100.00 ~ Purchase here or call Annabelle Baxter 214-500-7276

Participating Chefs are:
Blythe Beck - Central 214
Randall Copeland - Restaurant Ava
Jeffrey Hobbs - Suze
Roshi Muns - Society Bakery
Andrew Ormsby - Andrew Ormsby Catering
Janice Provost - Parigi Restaurant
Samantha Rush - Rush Patisserie
John Tesar - Dallas Restaurant Group
Sharon van Meter -Viking Cooking School
Andrew Wilt - Steel

Holiday at the Arboretum

The magic of the holiday season returns to the Dallas Arboretum when Holiday at the Arboretum, sponsored by Brandt Engineering, opens November 26 to January 2, 2011.

This year's festival display, 'The Magic of Santa', showcases hundreds of unique and extraordinary interpretations of the Santa Claus image from several private collections. The holiday decor is coordinated by renowned decorator, Michael Hamilton, of the new Plano store, La Foofaraw. The gardens are adorned with beautiful winter colors and late fall foliage, including Pyracantha and Holly berries, Pansies, Camellias, Evergreen Leaves and ornamental grasses. Personal Garden Photos with Santa - Mon-Fri - 11am - 3pm
Live reindeer - Sat & Sun 1-4pm
Frosty and Rudolph Costumed Characters - Sat & Sun 11am-3pm

Photos with Santa by Holt Haynsworth - ($15) Sat & Sun 11am-3 pm

The Hoffman Family Gift Store is filled with unique and specialty items, including the Arboretum's Coffee Table Book and 2011 Garden calendar. The Gift Store will have holiday food samplings and beverages.
Holiday Tea returns by popular demand to the Dallas Arboretum's DeGolyer Garden Café and Tea Room from November 26 to December 31. Tea is offered to adults ages 13 and above for $39.95 per person, which includes gratuity, parking and admission. Teas are served 7 days a week at 11am and 2pm. Visit here for menu. Advance reservations required - (214) 515-6610.

Wednesdays are 'Buy One, Get One Free' to all guests, and Thursdays are Senior Day with $7.50 admission and a 20% discount in the Gift Store.

Members of the Dallas Arboretum can visit for free, and family memberships admit up to six individuals. For membership information, visit http://dallasarboretum-store.stores.yahoo.net/memberships.html

Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra - Pieces of Autumn

Pieces of Autumn

Saturday, November 20, 2010

8:00 PM

Irving Arts Center

The Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra will be performing Mozart’s Symphony No. 36 in C Major (“Linz”) and Vivaldi’s “Autumn” from The Four Seasons. This performance will feature Andrew Wang, violin; Oliver Schlaffer, cello; and Alex McDonald, piano; performing Beethoven’s Triple Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano. Season Tickets are priced as low as $53.00 and Single Tickets as low as $15.00. Purchase tickets online here. Contact: 972.252.4800 / info@lascolinassymphony.org

6th Annual Life Lessons Luncheon

6th Annual Life Lessons Luncheon

Friday, November 19, 2010

Hilton Anatole

We are delighted to announce that this year’s speaker is Kirsten Haglund. As the 2008 Miss America, Kirsten adopted eating disorder awareness as her official platform. Her personal struggle with an eating disorder led her to establish the Kirsten Haglund Foundation which provides hope, networking, and financial aid to those seeking treatment and recovery from eating disorders. Special thanks to Co-Chairs Megan and Ryan McManemin and their wonderful committees for their hard work. All proceeds from the event will benefit The Elisa Project and will help to expand their community outreach and education programs and to provide increased resources, education, and support to the patients and families who struggle with eating disorders and the health professionals who care for them.

Individual tickets may be purchased for $150 per person.

Contact The Elisa Project office at 214-369-5222.

The Trains at NorthPark roll in this Saturday!

Since 1987, The Trains at NorthPark presented by Bank of Texas, has raised money for the children and families served by the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas. Currently this annual fundraiser provides the funds for almost one-third of their annual operating budget.

November 20, 2010 -- January 2, 2011

NorthPark Center between Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom, Level 2

Tickets: $6.00 adults; $3.00 children (ages 2 - 12) and senior citizens (age 65+)

Children under 2 admitted free.

Discount tickets available at Tom Thumb ($1.00 off regular admission)

Hours of Operation:

Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sun noon to 6 p.m.

Attracting more than 80,000 people annually, The Trains at NorthPark is the most elaborate toy holiday train exhibit in all of Texas, with locomotives whizzing on a journey across America, past Dallas' skyline, New York City, San Francisco, New England and Washington, D.C. New this year at the exhibit is a Lionel store selling train sets, collectibles, t-shirts and gifts, with part of the proceeds being donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.

2010 Fall Art Mart

The Friends of the Bath House Cultural Center present the
2010 Fall Art Mart
November 19-21, 2010

The Art Mart has always been the place to find a special piece of art for yourself, family and friends. Paintings, sculpture, photography, pottery, ceramics, jewelry, cards and other unique creations will be featured along with food, a silent auction and much more. What better holiday gift idea than a unique piece of art!

Preview Reception: Friday, November 19, 2010 (7-9 pm)
Sale and Art Auction: Saturday, November 20, 2010 (12-7 pm)

Sunday, November 21, 2010 (11 am-6 pm)
Free and open to the public.

Proceeds from the Art Mart and Silent Auction support year-round visual and performing art programs at the Bath House Cultural Center.

Light a Fire Event at the Bellamy Compound

What: "Light a fire in the hearts of our educators to teach tolerance and acceptance of those with differences." This event is designed to bring those working with our youth together in hopes of discussing the issues of this heartbreaking problem where some see suicide as their only option.

Hosts: Robert Bellamy, Jon Bonsignore, Patrick Boyd, Michael DeMoss, Stefanie Held, Tricia Quaid, and Garrick Stephens

When: Friday, November 19 from 6:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.

Where: The Bellamy Compound (1918 North Prairie Avenue Dallas, TX 75204)

Donation: $25 at the door- All proceeds will go towards The Trevor Project and Youth First Texas

Contact: 214-826-4612

Have a drink with SYP Dallas TONIGHT 6:30pm!

Time for Tuesday happy hour with SYP Dallas!
TONIGHT at 6:30 p.m.
Bar Celine (behind Park Restaurant)

We'll hear from the SPCA of Texas about their mission and opportunities for you to help their cause.

A percentage of our bar tab will support our 2010 donation for Genesis Women's Shelter!

Happy Thanksgiving from SYP Dallas!

The North Texas Food Bank joined SYP Dallas at the Oct. happy hour and shared the difference between a real and a virtual food drive. A virtual food drive helps your dollars spent go further because NTFB can purchase food at lower costs than we can.

SYP Dallas is conducting a virtual food drive benefiting NTFB. Visit http://vad.aidmatrix.org/vadxml.cfm?driveid=4666 to make a donation. SYP is having a friendly competition between the boys and girls. Who will raise more?

Angels of Charity Holiday Home Tour

The Angels of Charity will hold the 3rd Annual Holiday Home Tour on Friday, November 19th and Saturday, November 20th. Join the charity for a tour of festively-decorated homes throughout the Metroplex. What makes this tour so distinctive is the special cooking and decorating demonstrations offered at each home by local-area chefs, caterers and decorators who volunteer their time, talent and materials. Generous sponsors lend their support to ensure the event is a success. The tour is held to raise awareness and funds for the vital services provided by Catholic Charities of Dallas, and to kick-off the Bishop's Gala for Catholic Charities that follows. For ticket packages and pricing, click here.

Family Fun at the Lights at Legacy Festival!!

The Lights at Legacy is the kick off to the Holiday Season and a fantastic family event. Added to this year is the Trees of Legacy where beautifully decorated trees and wreaths will be with photo's with Santa. This particular event will benefit the Junior League of Plano.

The Women's Auxiliary to Children's Medical at Legacy will be selling blinky noses, Santa laser wands and Radko ornaments as a fundraiser. Come by our tent to tour an ambulance, see live reindeer and get your free reindeer hat.

For more information please go to www.shopsatlegacy.com