Honorary Card to Thank Teachers

Community Partners of Dallas (CPD) is such an amazing organization and they have found a fun, innovative way to raise money for children to start the school year with the right supplies. In conjunction with their Back to School Drive, they are asking for a small price, then you are able to write an Honorary card to thank all of your wonderful teachers.

You are giving a teacher who commits to helping their students learn a beautiful card AND helping to provide school supplies. This is certainly a gift that keeps giving! Parents, if you are blanking out on a good gift for that special teacher, this sounds like a definite winner!

If you would like to honor someone, please CLICK HERE to fill out the form, which will ask all the other questions CPD needs to know. Everyone loves to get mail, you decide if you want to personally mail it or have CPD do it for you.

DSM 2011 Curtain Call

Mark your calendars for
Dallas Summer Musicals 2011 Curtain Call
at Music Hall at Fair Park
on May 7, 2011

featuring a concert by Blake Shelton,
cocktails, seated dinner, live and silent auction, dancing and more!
Amy Turner - Honorary Chairman
Mary and John Gill - Chairmen

Click here to purchase tickets today!

Proceeds from Curtain Call support Dallas Summer Musicals' mission to bring the best of Broadway to Dallas and provide for children's education and outreach programs. Thank you for considering support of this event and the programs that touch the lives of so many children!

JLD Celebrates 90 years of Service

The Junior League of Dallas will be celebrating their 90th Anniversary on Monday, May 2, 2011. The League will announce the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award during this milestone celebration. This individual embodies the mission of the JLD and will be honored for their involvement and dedication. The JLD has been committed to serving the Dallas Community since 1921. Over the years they have raised funds for community projects and touched the lives of many through their hours of service. Don’t miss this wonderful landmark for the JLD. The celebration will take place at 10 am at JLD Headquarters. Kathleen’s Art Café will be providing coffee and pastries. If you have any questions please contact: Kelly White @ 214.526.1371 or kelly@valleriebellandassociates.com

What: Junior League of Dallas’ 90th Anniversary

When: May 2, 2011 @ 10 a.m.

Where: JLD Headquarters
8003 Inwood Rd.
Dallas, TX 75209

The Real Estate Council's Major Expansion

The Real Estate Council’s Associate Leadership Council Completes Major Renovation and Expansion Project for Promise House Valued at $100,000

The Real Estate Council's Associate Leadership Council partnered with Promise House to complete a full renovation and expansion of what was formerly the organization’s second floor and added an outside facility for storage.
WHO:
* The Real Estate Council’s (TREC) Associate Leadership council (ALC) class of 29 young leaders
* Promise House
* TREC leaders, members and supporters
* Councilmember Delia Jasso
WHAT: The Real Estate Council’s ALC members partnered with Promise House to complete a full renovation and expansion of what was formerly the organization’s second floor 2,000-square-foot storage facility to serve as a multi-purpose room for clients.
The project, which is valued at more than $100,000, includes financial and in-kind donations of materials and services. The ALC class contributed more than 2,000 volunteer hours, which included project planning, moving, painting, carpeting, construction, site clean-up and landscaping.
WHEN: Grand opening ceremony on Thursday, April 28 at 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Promise House - 224 W. Page Avenue
WHY: The ALC members are concluding an intensive 10-month leadership training course that began in September 2010. As part of learning leadership, philanthropy and fundraising, they selected Promise House to implement a real estate-related community service project.
Members of The Real Estate Council's Associate Leadership Council with Harriet Boorhem, President of Promise House, and Michael Krywucki of Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr PC and ALC chair.

Promise House embraces homeless, runaway, and at-risk teens by providing them with individualized skills and support to live a better life. It is the only agency of its kind to offer free and unlimited group and individual counseling to its clients and their family members. As a result of this partnership, Promise House will be able to provide additional services to more than 1,300 youth each year.

Genesis Women's Shelter 18th Annual Mother's Day Luncheon

If you add many wonderful things together, you have an equation for a lovely time. Genesis Women's Shelter is having their 18th Annual Luncheon with a very talented guest speaker: Tom Brokaw! If 18 years does not speak for its self, add Genesis Women's Shelter, which is an organization Dallas is so lucky to have, along with what is sure to be a great speech by Mr. Brokaw. This event is always a sell out, so buy your tickets today!

Raffle tickets are always fun, especially if you are a winner! Make sure to purchase your tickets with their organization today. The prizes are fabulous and you may purchase tickets online through May 3rd: $25 each or 5 for $100, how could you pass this up? Good luck, too!!

WHO: Genesis Women's Shelter

WHAT: 18th Annual Mother's Day Luncheon

WHEN: Thursday, May 5th, 2011

WHERE: Hilton Anatole, Dallas, Texas

CONTACT INFORMATION: Kristen Howell; 214.389.7703 or khowell@genesisshelter.org. CLICK HERE for Underwriting Contracts.

Fearing's Restaurant Celebrates Mom

Mother’s Day Brunch at Fearing’s will feature a three-course dining experience this year, along with a little “something special” for all Mother’s Day Brunch guests.

This year, there’s more in store for moms and their fellow diners, as all Mother’s Day Brunch guests at Fearing’s will receive a gift certificate valid throughout May 2011 for a 20% savings on spa services (valid Mon-Fri) at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. May’s One Hot Mama experience (featuring a hot stone massage and hot stone pedicure) may be enjoyed at a 20% savings with this special certificate from Fearing’s.
WHAT: Mother’s Day Brunch at Fearing’s Restaurant

WHEN: Sunday, May 8, 2011, 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PRICE: $95 for adults, $30 for children (12 and under), excluding beverage, tax and gratuity

WHERE: Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

RESERVE: (214) 922-4848

MENU:
Starters
Soup ‘N’ Sandwich: Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho with Basil Crme Fraiche and Black Diamond Cheddar/Maine Lobster Grilled Cheese

Almond French Toast with Vanilla Bean Crme Anglaise, Tropical Fruit Pico de Gallo, Cajeta and Sugar Cane-Glazed Ham Steak

Seafood Duo: Mesquite Grilled Shrimp “Cocktail” on Mango/Avocado Salad with Chipotle Cocktail Sauce and Jonah Crab “Lucian-Style” with Fried Green Tomatoes and Barbecue Thousand Island Dressing

Chicken-Fried Texas Quail on Butternut Squash Spoon Bread with Sunny-Side-Up Quail Egg and Tabasco Bacon Gastrique

Main Courses
The Alaskan Duo: Pan-Browned Halibut and Tempura King Crab Leg with Citrus Barnaise
on Whipped Cauliflower Pure with Caramelized Shallot Haricots Verts and Golden Beet Salad

Griddled Georges Banks Sea Scallops over Texas Field Pea/Sweet Corn “Risotto” with Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Denton Asparagus Saut and Crispy 1015 Onions

The Steak and Eggs Plate: Barbecue Mopped Filet Mignon and Petit Lobster Omelet with Brazos Valley Jalapeo Cheese Grits, Wild Mushroom Taquito and Fiesta Salad

Slow-Cooked Comanche Buffalo Prime Rib with Twice-Baked “Fully-Loaded” Potato, Tangle of Greens and Horseradish Jus

Desserts
Mom’s Favorite Chocolate Cake with Coffee Cream
Mixed Berry Galette with Lemon Sauce
Key Lime Pie with Toasted Meringue

Stanley Korshak and Share Our Strength

The saying "not in my backyard" is abundant, but it remains constant and true. There are many American children who go hungry every day and Dallas certainly has many youngsters with that very issue.

Stanley Korshak and Share Our Strength have teamed up to make NO KID HUNGRY a reality.
This is a growing problem and this collaboration can help take a bite out of childhood hunger.

The problem will not go away on its own, so Stanley Korshak has some incentive: buy an SOS card for $100 (or more) at their customer service counter or online. 100% of the cost of the card will go to Share Our Strength. A wonderful idea, especially if you have not been to the gorgeous Stanley Korshak, along with the message and donation for a terrific cause.

Please help our community: buy a card, shop and have a grand time while you are helping local kids have a meal. All of these donations will give these children the food they need to grow, be children and flourish. Hurry, this promotion is from April 20th - April 30th.

Start Strutting: Stiletto Strut 2011

It's time to get your strut on! Please join us this Thursday, April 28th for the 4th Annual Neiman Marcus Stiletto Strut benefitting The Family Place. The largest family violence service provider in Dallas, The Family Place has been reaching out to thousands of victims each year with award-winning programs that keep women and children safe. Now you have the opportunity to help! All you have to do is click here to purchase your ticket, and join us this Thursday as we strut our stuff around Neiman Marcus Downtown for The Family Place. Bring your family and friends (and your stilettos, of course!) for a fabulous night of fun, fashion, and The Family Place. See you there! 

1st Annual Lone Star Derby Luncheon

1st Annual Lone Star Derby Luncheon
Saturday, April 30th
Lone Star Park - East Trackside Room

11:30am Registration
12:00 noon Lunch, Program, Entertainment, Silent Auction
1:30pm Live Races

Attire: Spring Chic with derby inspired stylish hats

HONORING
WFAA-TV Anchor/Reporter Shon Gables
&
KatydidCollection.com - Katy Messersmith

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Leiberman
Head Coach of the Dallas Mavericks D-League - Texas Legends

EMCEE
Kellie Rasberry, co-host of nationally syndicated "Kidd Kraddick in the Morning"

Tickets: $100 per person, includes admission, lunch and parking
Purchase your advance tickets here

Benefits Dress for Success Dallas

2011 Dallas Symphony Derby

The Fourteenth Annual Wells Fargo Dallas Symphony Derby
Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie
May 01, 2011

The 2011 DALLAS SYMPHONY DERBY marks the fourteenth year the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League has partnered with the Lone Stark Park at Grand Prairie. Lone Star Park is the country’s Crown Jewel of Thoroughbred horse racing and is the perfect location for an exciting DSOL fundraising event! This fun-filled day includes an extensive buffet in the spacious Silks Dining Room overlooking the final turn and finish line of the track. The skillfully presented buffet is overseen throughout the day by Chef Jake, and an attentive bar staff is ready to serve you your choice of beverage. Experience the excitement of Live Auction competition between each horse race and view the Silent Auction throughout the event. Place a wager on any race with a valet at your service. A pre-event online auction will be available at www.biddingforgood.com/dallassymphony to view the items that will be auctioned off at the Derby. Proceeds from this unique, day-long event benefit the Dallas Symphony’s Education and Outreach programs.

Tickets start at $150. Please click here to purchase tickets.

DSM Summer Camps Now Enrolling

NOW ENROLLING!

Summer Youth Musical Theatre Camps & Teen Intensive
June Youth Musical Theatre Camps
July Teen & Youth Theatre Camps
Summer Show Tunes - All Locations

DETAILS: http://www.dsmschool.org
CALL: 214-969-7469

The Sweetest Wish: Wish Night 2011

Join the Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas at this year's The Sweetest Wish: Wish Night 2011 to assist in continuing to help make wishes come true! This year's event takes place on May 14th at the Hilton Anatole from 6 p.m.-12 a.m. with event chairs Allegra and Rob Feito and honorary chair June Jones. “I’m really happy to be helping The Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas,” Jones said. “The Foundation does so many great things and we just hope that we can create some wonderful opportunities for these children and their families." This year’s Wish Night: The Sweetest Wish will feature silent and live auctions, dinner, and dancing!

The event starts at 6 p.m. and tickets are $250. For more event details on this beautiful evening and to purchase your event ticket, visit the Wish Night 2011 website.

Cinco de Mayo at Primo's

Don't miss this social event! Celebrate this year's Cinco de Mayo at Primo's! Music will be provided by DJ Joe Ramirez and enjoy a variety of drink specials all day.

What: Cinco de Mayo at Primo's - Uptown Dallas
When: Thursday, May 5th, 4p.m.-11p.m.

Rummage Roundup 2011

Don't miss this year's Rummage Roundup benefiting the Junior League of Dallas! This year, the Rummage Roundup will take place on April 30th-May 1st at Freeway Hall at Dallas Market Center. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to check out this year's great finds! The RSVP Calendar has selected some of our favorite stylish picks below. These are just a few of the great pieces await you - benefiting an amazing organization. Now that is blissful shopping! (See flier below for VIP party details for April 29th!)

RSVP Rummage Picks!

This dress from Heritage Halston! Can't you picture it with gold jewelry?

classic tunic from Tory Burch

chic coral print dress from Lilly Pulitzer


Milly giraffe suit - this would even look fantastic as separates!

Don't miss this sale of selections from some of the most fabulous closets in town benefiting the Junior League of Dallas!

Micah Yancey for Living Water

Adorn yourself in jewelry from an Austin jewelry designer, Micah Yancey, who has recently moved to Dallas! Micah will be hosting a trunk show at our very own Krimson & Klover boutique on April 28th! And, what's even more fabulous? 10% of all sales will go to Living Water International to help make clean water accessible to those around the world in need. Micah's designs are unique and have the perfect exotic flair to complement your spring and summer style - poolside. See you there!



What: Micah Yancey Trunk Show
Where: Krimson & Klover boutique, 3111 Cole Avenue, Dallas
When: Thursday, April 28th from 4-8 p.m.
10% of sales benefit Living Water International!

See more of Micah Yancey on Etsy!

Casa Habana 2011 Party Report

Co-Chairs Wynne Brown, Molly Thomas and Katie Head

This month, The Young Friends of the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas held Casa Habana on April 1 at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, and raised $155,000 for the organization. The Casa Habana theme captured the class of Old Hollywood club setters who frequented the city’s night clubs. It was a beautiful evening styled by Todd Events. The night had a captivating tropical flair and dazzled with rooms of glamorous attire. Event Co-Chairs Wynne Brown, Katie Head and Molly Thomas, said, “This spring party was the most successful one with more than 750 young friends, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction items, libations, DJ Lucy Wrubel’s lively mixes, and Todd Fiscus-designed event to complement the theme. We are thrilled that everyone came to support the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.” It was a fabulous spring party guests will be talking about for months to come!

CEO Jill Cumnock and Matthew Stafford

Earth Day Extravaganza

North Texas Kids and Sci-Tech Discovery Center
present Earth Day Extravaganza 2011!

Saturday, April 23
10 am - 4 pm
Sci-Tech Discovery Center, Frisco

Celebrate Your Earth, Your Mind and Your Body
at this free fun event that will include:

• An eco-expo featuring local family friendly and Earth friendly businesses
  
• Free admission to Sci-Tech with hands-on “green” activities
  
• NASCAR driver James Buescher and his NASCAR vehicle
  
• Exide mild-hybrid vehicle that gets 40 mpg with a 98% recycled battery

Revenge Is...

Revenge Is... was created to Make Activism Fashionable. What better way then to purchase a t-shirt for yourself, child, or male that you care about. There is always a need for an extra gift on hand, isn't there? The slogans are great and meant to help all of us remember what is going on around the world which can be changed. Check out their great website and find a look right for you or someone you know -- and they are completely eco-friendly.

Revenge Is... A great concept alone, yet they donate 5% of their net sales to charities highlighted throughout all of their design work. Take the initiative and get on their website and view all of their creative products (each with a terrific purpose), make your purchase and help a number of great causes. I would give the t-shirt off my back for this!

Get to Know the Arts of Collin County

Get to Know The Arts of Collin County
Learn about the arts park and performing arts center coming to the area
Hear an Informational Presentation and Participate in Q & A
Monday, April 18
7 - 8 p.m.
The Westin Stonebriar

ManeGait's Filly Fashions

Join the ladies of ManeGait for a luncheon and fashion show at The Marriott at Legacy Town Center.

Thursday, April 21, 2011 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Tickets: $100 each Purchase your tickets here The afternoon will feature lunch, tablescape viewing, raffle, and fashion show.

One Man Dallas

This is the event for that one man in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex who represents community involvement, intelligence, personality and fitness. The only down side is there are so many men in our community that could fit this position, yet One Man Dallas has narrowed it down to twenty finalists.

Beginning April 12th you can look at the list of finalists and vote for whom you choose (one entry per day) until May 15th.

Please view One Man Dallas' website to view locations for a few Happy Hours they will be throwing to get-to-know these men along with the organizations they are passionate about. The events are open to the public.

Stay tuned to see who was picked for One Man Dallas... The final show will take the remaining five top-picked men who will answer questions and other entertainment, such as live music. Sounds fun! What may sound like a male beauty pageant, this is not. The mission is to encourage more men to get involved in the community through volunteering to make it even a better place to work and live. Such a great idea, so read about these men devoted to our community and vote away...

WHO: One Man Dallas

WHEN: May 19th at 7:30 PM for the Final Show

WHERE: Gables Park 17 1700 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, Texas 75201 214.855.0017

How to make a Square Bouquet

Recycle Week at Facelogic Spa - April 18-23

Facelogic Spa Rewards Guests for Recycling

In honor of Earth Day, Facelogic Spa in Highland Park will educate their guests on the benefits of recycling and reward them for being green. Between April 18th and April 23rd, any guest who brings in an old plastic/glass makeup container or an old candle to recycle will receive discounts on all green products and services -- $69 green facials by Eminence (regularly $109) and 15% off all other green offerings including locally made Hip & Hippie earth friendly candles.

DVF Shopping Party!

I am so excited for the party Tina Craig and Krystal Schlegel are hosting at the new Diane von Furstenberg store in Dallas tomorrow (April 12th)! We are pleased to announce that a portion of the sales will go to the Backpack for kids Program for the North Texas Food Bank!  Join us from 5-8 for a glamorous evening of shopping, mingling, and champagne.  We hope to see you there!

1. Oblixe Wrap Dress 2. Sliced Dress 3. Graca Dress 4. Handy Dress 

5. Amara Dress 6. Helen Dress 7. Handy Dress 8. Ronnie Jacket

20th Anniversary Cotes du Coeur Gala

Wine lovers will have an opportunity to land at the top of the 18,000-person waiting list for sought after Kosta Browne Winery Pinot Noirs during the upcoming live auction at the 20th Anniversary Cotes du Coeur International Fine Wine Auction & Celebrity Chef Dinner. The allocation of 2011 fall and 2012 spring Kosta Browne wines is part of a package that includes golf with owner Dan Kosta, a rare tour of the winery, and a dinner and tasting.

Cotes du Coeur Gala
April 9, 2011
Hilton Anatole

The black-tie gala and auction is the biggest food and wine auction and gala in Dallas and the second most successful annual gala in the nation benefitting the American Heart Association. The funds are used for research and education about cardiovascular disease, the number one killer of Americans.

Other live auction items include fly fishing and a private dinner in Wyoming with Chef Richard Chamberlain; VIP passes to the B.R. Cohn Winery and Fall Music Festival in Glen Ellen, CA; a VIP wine tour of the Australian outback that includes airfare on Qantas airlines, renowned for its in-flight wine cellars; VIP tickets to the Latin GRAMMY Awards at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas plus a private concert with Carlos Santana; a stay at the Dallas Ritz-Carlton that includes a private dinner with Chef Dean Fearing and tickets to a Josh Groban concert; a night of fine-dining at Chef Kent Rathbun’s four Dallas restaurants hosted by the chef, and a golf and spa day followed by a cook-off with Chefs David Holben and Jim Severson.

Cotes du Coeur was founded by members of the medical community 20 years ago as a unique way to support the American Heart Association’s fight against heart disease and stroke. The five events that comprise the Cotes du Coeur season are renowned for their focus on fine wine, fine food and outstanding networking opportunities. For more information, please visit http://www.dallaswineauction.com.

Step Out in Style with KidneyTexas

Stepping Out in Style's Kick Off Party
featuring jewelry designs by Claudia Lobao

Wednesday, April 13, 2011
6:30-8:30pm
Tootsies - Plaza at Preston Center

Cocktails ~ Hors D'oeuvres ~ Music ~ Fashion
Spring Chic Attire
15% of the evening's sales will be donated to KidneyTexas

RSVP: rsvp@franciscoandco.com

Barbara Pierce Bush & Jenna Bush Hager to Speak at May Nexus Luncheon

Barbara Pierce Bush and Jenna Bush Hager will be the featured speakers of the 2011 Spring Luncheon benefiting Nexus Recovery Center. This annual event hosted by the The Women’s Auxiliary of Nexus Recovery Center will be held on May 12, 2011 at Union Station in Downtown Dallas. Candice Crawford will moderate the Q&A with Barbara and Jenna.

Women's Auxiliary of Nexus 2011 Spring Luncheon benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
Thursday May 12th, 2011
Union Station; 400 S. Houston
1:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

A welcome by Auxiliary President Beverly Barry will open the luncheon, followed by an invocation by Mark Davis of Park Cities Presbyterian Church. The theme of this year's luncheon, "the Miracle that happens in between", is a direct quote from a Nexus client who once described her experience there as the miracle that happens in between addiction and recovery, despair and hope. Accordingly, a former client of Nexus Recovery Center will bravely share her personal story, which is always a powerful testimony. Additionally, a Nexus video entitled "The Miracle that Happens in Between" will detail how Nexus empowers women and families to break the cycle of addiction.

Auxiliary member Sarah Katherine Francis will then introduce her friends Candice, Barbara and Jenna to the expected 500+ luncheon guests. This 2011 luncheon is Co-Chaired by Susan Griffiths and Dee Velvin, with Honorary Chair Allie Beth Allman. Dee adds, "With our featured speakers, Barbara and Jenna, we look forward to sharing the importance of Nexus to a broader audience this year."

Wolfgang Puck will cater the lunch and "Nexus Blend" iced tea will be served compliments of The Cultured Cup. Also, guests can purchase $25 raffle tickets for a chance in 3 drawings: $1000 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card, a two night stay at The Joule with dinner for four at Charlie Palmer, and two court-side seats for the 2011-12 Dallas Mavericks.

Individual tickets are $125 and sponsor table opportunities range from $2500 to $10,000. Various sponsorship benefits include an invitation to a private meet & greet with the Bush sisters. Interested parties should contact Dee Velvin at 214.850.4087 or dee@paradv.com