Chi Omega Alum Welcome Shoppers for Christmas Market Preview Party

On Wednesday, November 19, 2014, the Chi Omega Alumnae of Dallas welcomed shoppers to Centennial Hall at Fair Park for the annual Preview Party, kicking off the Chi Omega Christmas Market and ringing in the holiday shopping season. The 2014 Chi Omega Christmas Market, themed “Christmas in the City,” marks 37 years of giving. Continuing in the spirited tradition, the Chi Omega Christmas Market committee and 2014 Co-Chairs Allison Cox and Sara Koda selected 10 local beneficiaries and pledged $206,500 to the following: Bea’s Kids, Chi Omega Education Foundation, Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County, CitySquare, Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, Dallas Children’s Theater, Dallas Police Association’s Assist the Officer Foundation, Letot Center Capital Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Texas^® and Project Transformation.

Savannah Eidson, Jana Beth Eidson and Karen Prichard

2014 Chi Omega Christmas Market Co-Chair Allison Cox and Preview Party Emcee Shelly Slater welcomed shoppers to the Market as Hunter Sullivan performed and entertained guests throughout the night. Guests were treated to cocktails by Deep Eddy Vodka and hors d’oeuvres from Urban Taco. 180 merchants filled Centennial Hall turning it into a luxury gift marketplace with items for everyone, including: jewelry; home décor; women’s, men’s and children’s clothing; toys; holiday decorations; food and drinks; items for entertaining; linens; and original art. 

2014 Chi Omega Christmas Market Co-Chair Allison Cox and Preview Party Emcee Shelly Slater

13th Annual Polo on the Lawn Benefitting Project Transformation

Dress for the Derby for the 13^th annual Polo on the Lawn, a fun-filled Kentucky Derby-themed afternoon on the sidelines of a USPA sanctioned polo match. Enjoy live music, silent auction, games, and watch the Derby broadcast live in the pavilion while sipping champagne for the divot stomp or a Mint Julep/cocktail by star bartender Amber West of Caledonia Spirits. Celebrity judges will award amazing prizes for Best Derby Hat, Best Picnic, Best Tailgate and Best Dressed Lady, Gentleman, Child and Family. Children will enjoy fun activities like bounce houses and face painting.

 

The event will be held on Saturday, May 3rd at 3:00 PM at Prestonwood Polo & Country Club.  The annual fundraiser has selected Project Transformation as the beneficiary to help fund their work to support Dallas’ low-income children and youth with free literacy and educational programs. Get more information on participants, contest judges and prizes, and other event updates, follow Facebook and Twitter.

 

Limited number of VIP tickets include full-service grandstand box seating with catered meal, wine and libations, commemorative champagne glass, and more.  BYOB and picnic OR purchase a delicious food truck meal.  Children are welcome to this family-friendly event!   Tickets: http://prestonwoodpolo.ticketleap.com/polo-on-the-lawn2014/

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.

12th Annual Polo on the Lawn

Off to the races for the 12th Annual Polo on the Lawn event, a fun-filled, family-friendly Kentucky Derby-themed afternoon of fast-paced action, thoroughbred beauties, and champagne divot stomping.  Socialize on the sidelines of the USPA Sanctioned Henry S. Miller Cup polo match and watch the Derby broadcast live in the pavilion. The fun continues with food and drink, music and dancing, silent auction, and guests strutting the runway with their Derby fashions.

Celebrity judges, lifestyle guru Steve Kemble, WFAA “Daybreak” host Ron Corning and HGTV Design Star’s Hilari Younger, will award prizes for Best Dressed, Best Hat, Best Picnic, and Best Tailgate.  Children will enjoy bounce houses, face painting and carnival games. The event raises funds and awareness for beneficiary Project Transformation and their work to support Dallas’ low-income children and youth with free literacy and educational programs. Tickets:  http://prestonwoodpolo.ticketleap.com/polo-on-the-lawn2013/

General Admission - $45 per person (Free for children under 12)

Admission for tailgating and lawn/picnic seating, plus champagne in a commemorative glass for the traditional divot stomp, and more. BYOB and picnic or purchase a delicious box lunch at the event.

VIP Tickets - $150 per person (Limited quantity)

Full-service Grandstand Box seating with catered dinner, wine and libations, commemorative champagne glass, exclusive gift bag and more. Sponsorship packages also available for groups packages. For more information, please email pr@prestonwoodpolo.com or call 214-533-8997.

 Saturday, May 4, 2013

Gates and activities open at 3 p.m. Polo match begins 4 p.m., followed by special 5 p.m. halftime festivities and champagne divot stomp, and live Kentucky Derby broadcast. Trophy Award presentation at 7 p.m.

Prestonwood Polo & Country Club - 525 Yacht Club Road - Oak Point, Texas 75068

Project Transformation Celebrates Dr. Seuss' Birthday

Bring the kids and celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday!

Join Project Transformation for Read Across America Week

at a Seuss-themed Book Fair at Barnes & Noble.

Enjoy free children's crafts and activities all day, plus a Dr. Seuss story time with costumed Cat in the Hat at 11:00 AM. Purchase new books for Project Transformation's summer literacy programs or simply mention the charity's name at checkout, and a percentage of your purchase will be donated.  Project Transformation has a goal of raising 1,500 new books for its free summer literacy programs for children and youth.

Saturday, March 2nd

Barnes & Noble

(NorthPark and Plano Preston Rd locations)