Cookies & Castles

Celebrating its 12th year, Tri Delta Cookies & Castles is a two-day Gingerbread Extravaganza. Each December, families and friends gather to decorate gingerbread houses and cookie men. Participants select delicious decorations from the famous “Candy Bar” filled with 5,000 pounds of sweet treats. 

The first day event is an annual ladies luncheon where decorating houses and cookies has become a treasured tradition for those who attend. 

The second day of gingerbread decorating is Cookies & Castles Family Day. This day is a true multigenerational event where parents and grandparents bring children of all ages to experience the magic of the season. Families can choose a morning or afternoon seating for this event. 

Both days include photos with Santa, raffle items and plenty of holiday music.

https://scottishritehospital.org/events/cookies-and-castles

Guest Post from The Y Group's Joanne Yurich

Community Partnerships in Big D – a winning relationship for businesses and non-profits alike

I started my career in what most would consider an “it” job but after almost eight years and having my first set of twins (yes, I have two sets, plus one more!) I realized that I wanted more balance in my life – personally and professionally. How could I continue to do what I love while spending more time with my family AND feel good about what I’m doing for the community? Enter my business The Y Group, now in its ninth year, which combines all of these things. In addition to out-of-the-box PR and marketing, I’ve also found my niche in partnering my clients with local charities in what I consider win-win relationships.

Maybe you own a boutique or you are on the board of a local non-profit and you’re wondering how you can take your community partnerships to the next level.  Here are my quick tips to make it happen:

1.     Find meaningful connections.

Learn the story of the leaders of the business and find out what matters the most to them. Does the CEO have a mother suffering with Alzheimer’s? Do they have a heart for giving back to the communities where their products are made?

2.     Create mutually beneficial relationships.

You want to choose organizations or businesses that are just as excited about a partnership as you are. Don’t be afraid to ask how they can help you during the partnership, whether it’s through social media, newsletters or emails.

3.     Think outside of the box.

Have a brainstorm session and write down all of your ideas – sometimes the most far-fetched are the most successful. A book drive on Dr. Seuss’ birthday could get you lots of attention and bring in hundreds of books for a children’s hospital.

Two of my clients have events coming up that highlight what a good community partnership should be in my opinion (what’s a good blog post without a shameless self plug?). 

We launched a new program for Bikram Yoga Dallas called Positive Postures where we partner with a local charity each quarter to be the recipient of 100 percent of the class fee on the second Tuesday of each month.  The first quarter we raised more than $1,200 for Girls Inc. and the owners also taught yoga classes for the girls at their campus. This quarter we are partnering with Attitudes and Attire ^® and the next class will be on April 14 at 6:30 p.m. at our West Village studio – join us!

Sonny Bryan’s Smokehouse is hosting its 2^nd Annual ‘It’s in the Sauce’ competition on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at LOOK Cinemas, and it puts local celebrity chefs head-to-head in a cook-off using Sonny Bryan’s famous sauce.  Each celebrity chef chose a local non-profit to benefit from the event, including Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Susan G. Komen, Vogel Alcove and Youth Village Resources of Dallas. The event is emceed by Clarice Tinsley who is tirelessly committed to a number of non-profits in DFW. Tickets are available online here.

I feel so lucky to be able to create programs and events for clients that make a difference in our community.  Imagine what Dallas would look like if every business found a non-profit organization to partner with on initiatives small and large. We live in an amazing city – let’s build on that and start a movement to make ‘Everything bigger and [even] better in Big D.’

Cookies and Castles: A Gingerbread Extravaganza

Bring your family and friends to one of Dallas' most cherished holiday traditions -- 7th Annual Cookies & Castles: A Gingerbread Extravaganza, benefiting Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC).

 

Ladies Luncheon

Friday, December 12

11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Each seat comes with a regular-sized gingerbread castle, icing complete with decorating tip, endless amounts of candy, a cotton two-pocket apron, and a gourmet sandwich buffet lunch from East Hampton Sandwich Company.

 

Family Day

Saturday, December 13

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Gather the kids in your life and bring them to a gingerbread extravaganza like no other. Each seat comes with an extra-large castle or gingerbread man cookie, icing, and all the candy their little hearts desire.

All events held at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

2222 Welborn St. Dallas, TX 75219

 

To purchase tickets, log on to

http://dallasdeltas.com/cookies-castles-2014

 

 

 

Hollywood Domino Dallas Hosts Launch Party {Society Pics}

Co-chairs Ayaan Ahmed, Sally Evans, Reese Threadgill and Christa Wetzel, with honorary chair Amy Vanderoef, welcomed host committee members and sponsors to the Hollywood Domino Dallas launch party on Saturday, July 12, hosted by Pine Creek Medical Center and Minimally Invasive Surgical Institute.

Christa Wetzel, event co-chair, Sally Evans, event co-chair, WFAA-TV’s Amy Vanderoef, honorary chair, and Reese Threadgill, event co-chair
Photo Credit: Bob Manzano

Over 125 stylish partygoers arrived, looking summer chic, in the requisite Saint-Tropez white attire.  DJs Jennifer Miller and Paul Parredes provided a cool vibe, as patrons mingled while enjoying wine, Champagne, the signature Reyka vodka Moscow Mule cocktail and delicious bites courtesy of The Standard Pour.

DJs Jennifer Miller and Paul Paredes

Midway through the evening, WFAA-TV’s Amy Vanderoef gathered guests for a warm welcome before introducing host Dr. Michael Rimlawi.  Dr. Rimlawi thanked everyone for attending and for their support of the first annual Hollywood Domino Dallas, which benefits The Art of Elysium and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.   Ayaan Ahmed, event co-chair, added her gratitude and shared exciting details about the upcoming fundraiser.

Stephanie Brigger and Ashley Givens from Texas Scottish Rite Hospital

The first annual Hollywood Domino Dallas will be held at Fashion Industry Gallery (F.I.G.) on September 6 from 7:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.  Texas-born actress Amber Heard will serve as the evening’s celebrity host on behalf of The Art of Elysium, for whom she has been a longstanding, dedicated supporter and volunteer.  With the theme of Casablanca, the old Hollywood-inspired evening will include a red carpet, cocktails, seated dinner, games, auction, live entertainment and dancing.  During the evening, Ms. Heard and guests will enjoy a friendly competition of the Hollywood Domino board game, which puts a unique twist on the classic game by creating a movie reel of domino based on the film genre.

Brittany Faigle, Daniel Potter

Stephanie Brigger of Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children followed Ms. Ahmed with brief remarks about the pediatric orthopedic services they have provided since 1921, regardless of a family’s ability to pay, made possible by the tremendous support of the community.

Trey White, Ashlee Vicars

Jennifer Howell, founder of The Art of Elysium, extended her appreciation of the committee’s efforts and shared her agency’s mission which encourages actors, artists and musicians to voluntarily dedicate their time and talent to children battling various medical conditions.

Reese Threadgill, event co-chair and Jaime Braziel

The co-chairs wrapped up the evening’s remarks by encouraging all to purchase their tickets and tables now for what promises to be an amazing evening.   As the evening came to a close, partygoers left with the latest issue of DAPPER magazine, the official media sponsor of Hollywood Domino Dallas.

Tickets and sponsorship packages are on sale now through www.hollywooddominodallas.com.

Michael Cooley, Joy Williams
Photo Credit: Crystal Chatman

 

Hollywood Domino is coming to Dallas!

The quintessential celebrity insider event, Hollywood Domino, is coming to Dallas!    Please join Texas-born actress Amber Heard, 2014 Celebrity Host, with honorary chair Amy Vanderoef, co-host of WFAA-TV’s Good Morning Texas and event co-chairs Sally Evans, Reese Threadgill, and Christa Wetzel, for the inaugural Hollywood Domino Dallas benefiting The Art of Elysium and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital on Saturday, September 6 from 7:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. at F.I.G Dallas.  Ms. Heard has been a dedicated supporter and volunteer artist with The Art of Elysium for many years, and is thrilled to be hosting Hollywood Domino Dallas on their behalf.

 

With the theme of Casablanca, the old Hollywood-inspired evening will include cocktails, seated dinner, games, auction, live entertainment and dancing, with proceeds supporting local non-profit Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children and national arts charity, The Art of Elysium.  During the evening, Ms. Heard, joined by some celebrity pals and guests, will enjoy a friendly competition of the Hollywood Domino board game, which puts a unique twist on the classic game by creating a movie reel of dominoes based on the film genre.

 

“We are so excited to bring this authentic ‘Hollywood red carpet’ event to Dallas in support of two worthy non-profit organizations serving children,” remarked Ayaan Ahmed, who has been instrumental in bringing Hollywood Domino to Dallas and serves as an advisory chair.

Founded in 2008 by entrepreneur, producer and actress Daya Fernandez as a fun competition among her celebrity friends, Hollywood Domino is a star-studded event which calls upon Hollywood’s elite, working hand in hand with corporate partners, to help support non-profit organizations around the world. 

 

Individual tickets and sponsorship packages are on sale now through www.hollywooddominodallas.com.  Sponsors to date include Hollywood Domino Kick-off Sponsor, Pine Creek Medical Center and Minimally Invasive Surgical Institute, and media sponsor, Dapper magazine.

 

For more information, visit www.hollywooddominodallas.com or contact Ayaan Ahmed, 214.714.3555. 

About Amber Heard

As stunning as she is talented, Amber Heard is making waves with her captivating performances on the big screen. Heard will next star in London Fields with Jim Sturgess and Billy Bob Thornton. She is currently in production on The Adderall Diaries opposite James Franco and recently completed production on When I Live My Life Over Again starring opposite Christopher Walken.  Heard recently starred in McG’s Three Days to Kill opposite Kevin Costner, Robert Rodriguez’s Machete Kills, and Robert Luketic’s Paranoia opposite Harrison Ford, Liam Hemsworth, and Gary Oldman. She also starred in Bruce Robinson’s The Rum Diary opposite Johnny Depp.  She has also starred in Zombieland, The Stepfather, Pineapple Express, North Country, Syrup, Drive Angry 3D, The Joneses, Never Back Down, Alpha Dog, and Friday Night Lights.  On television, Heard starred on The CW drama Hidden Palms and had guest starring roles on Showtime’s Californication and CBS’s Criminal Minds.  Heard is originally from Texas and currently resides in Los Angeles where she is actively involved with The Art of Elysium and Amnesty International.

Sonny Bryan's "It's In The Sauce" Competition on April 5th Benefits Four Local Non-Profits

Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse invites you to the legendary barbecue restaurant's first-ever 'It's in the Sauce' competition, a flavorful fundraiser to benefit four local non-profit organizations. Chefs Dean Fearing, JP Mancha, Kent Rathbun, and Tre Wilcox will each create a one-of-a-kind barbecue dish using Sonny Bryan's signature barbecue sauce live during the event at South Side on Lamar on Saturday, April 5, from 11:30 am to 1 pm.

 

The participating charities include Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas, March of Dimes, North Texas Food Bank and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Barbecue-lovers and spectators alike can purchase a ticket in advance at sonnybryans.com and at the door for $20. Attendees can then sample all four creations and cast a vote by placing their ticket in their favorite's ballot box. Each vote also adds a $20 donation to the chef's chosen charity, but the non-profit represented by each chef will not be revealed until all votes are cast. The chef who receives the most tickets will receive an additional $5,000 from Sonny Bryan’s Smokehouse for the charity of his choice.

 

Clarice Tinsley, FOX 4 News anchor/reporter, will serve as emcee while live music plays and guests enjoy legendary fare from Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse and ice cold beers from local breweries (not included in ticket price).  Click here for tickets:

https://www.sonnybryans.com/orderonline.php?id=14&a=1&n=It%92s%20In%20the%20Sauce%20Fundraiser

Accessible Luxury 2013

Fashion and luxury merge for this fine event at Park Place Premier Collection on Saturday, April 20th.  Accessible Luxury brings together individuals with a fashion interest in an energetic and sleek atmosphere while supporting Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC).

Ladies will enjoy a first-class fashion show emceed by Courtney Kerr and Lauren Scruggs, makeup and beauty lounge and a glass of bubbly, while the gentleman will soak up the Maserati Man Cave with hand rolled cigars, hot cars and more.

Music selection by DJ Jennifer Miller and DJ Paul Paredes.

Cuisine by The Grape, Dulce by La Duni, Lombardi's Catering, Truluck's, and Dr. Sue's Chocolate.

Honorary Event Chairs: Abby & Todd Williams

Event Chairs: Lisa & Dan Sucato, M.D., M.S.

Click here to reserve your tickets today.

Exclusive VIP Package for Two includes luxury test drive, reserved runway show seating, concierge, wine tasting, luxury swag bag, and fashion sketch artist.

www.tsrhc.org/AL

A Special Evening with Vince Gill

A Special Evening with Vince Gill

hosted by Alliance Data and benefiting LaunchAbility

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

 Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

8:00 pm

Sponsorship packages and concert tickets are still available, please visit www.LaunchAbility.org for more information. During the program LaunchAbility will present Dr. Richard Adams, Medical Director of Pediatric Developmental Disabilities at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital with the Milton P. Levy, Jr. Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award and Bank of America will be awarded LaunchAbility’s 2013 Alliance Data Corporate Champion Award.

Anteks hosts Accessible Luxury Kick Off Reception

Peggy Meyer, Dr. Dan Meyer

On Wednesday December 5th, Jason Lenox of Anteks graciously hosted the Accessible Luxury 2013 Host Committee Kick-Off Reception. Patrons, sponsors and associated elite of this anticipated annual event perused the Design District home furnishings store which specializes in sophisticated rustic interiors. In addition guests enjoyed beer compliments of Four Corners Brewery, wine, and hors d’ oeuvres by Parigi. Wife of Dr. Dan Meyer, Peggy, greeted everyone and made introductions of speakers Dr. Karl Rathjen and Lisa and Dr. Dan Sucato (2013 Accessible Luxury Chairmen).



Becky Britt, Anne Eppes

Guests learned that the 2013 event will be held at Park Place Premier Collection Dealership on Saturday April 20th, 2013. The event will include a fashion show, a variety of offerings in the Bentley Bubble Room, McLaren Roadster Room, the Rolls-Royce Runway Room and the Maserati Man Cave outfitted with Anteks furnishings. A lucky winners of the reception drawing walked away with a gift certificate to Anteks and a piece from the home accessories line which Jason Lenox recently designed and launched nationwide.

Lisa Sucato, Dr. Dan Sucato, Abby Williams

McLean Coble, Devonie Coble, Dr. Karl Rathjen

2012 KidSwing Golf Tournaments

Now in its 10th year, KidSwing is a unique fundraising concept unlike other charity golf tournaments. KidSwing is all about kids helping kids, and it gives local businesses and corporations the opportunity to help. There is no entry fee to play in the tournament, but players are asked to raise at least $100 through sponsorship from their friends and families. Many KidSwing participants go above and beyond that.

KidSwing Golf Tournament(s) benefit Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, one of the nation's leading pediatric centers for the treatment of orthopaedic conditions, certain related neurological disorders and learning disorders, such as dyslexia. KidSwing is a day filled with fun, friends and golf!

With three upcoming events this Summer throughout the Metroplex, you are sure to find an event that suits your location and schedule.  Download a player packet with more information here: http://kidswing.org/docs/KS_PlayerPacket.pdf
Click here to register today.

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital's Treasure Street 2011

The 16th annual Treasure Street, signature event of Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (TSRHC), will serve as TSRHC’s official 90th birthday party on Thursday, October 13, 2011. Under the leadership of 2011 Treasure Street chairmen, Carolyn & Karl Rathjen, M.D., the highly anticipated evening will include a variety of celebratory activities and feature a live performance by Grammy award-winning singer Lee Ann Womack. This is an annual charity event that you don't want to miss!

To help celebrate TSRHC’s rich history, President and Mrs. George W. Bush will serve as honorary event chairmen. TSRHC was fortunate to have the Bush’s serve as honorary chairmen of the hospital’s 75th birthday celebration in 1996, and is honored to have them involved again. Dodge Carter is the 2011 Treasure Street Board Chairman, and Margaret Carter and Harold Carter are the Honorary Board Chairmen. Susan and Stephen Butt and Betsy and Richard Eiseman, Jr., are Treasure Street event co-chairmen elect.

Treasure Street will take place under a large, climate-controlled tent on hospital grounds to accommodate the more than 1,200 attendees expected to attend. Guests will enjoy various food offerings, bidding in the silent auction, and a “90th birthday toast” complete with cake and champagne. Texas-born singer and songwriter Lee Ann Womack will entertain the crowd with a special performance.

New to this year’s event, Heritage Auction Gallery, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, will host an online auction as a prelude to the event, with proceeds benefiting Treasure Street. Items such as a Verdura Maltese vintage cuff, a one of a kind Victory motorcycle and Miranda Lambert concert package, complete with backstage passes, will be featured. Online bidding is currently open at www.ha.com/treasurestreet and ends Sunday, October 16.

For more information about Treasure Street, please visit the event website at www.treasurestreet.com. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are still available.

Summer Colors Art Auction

Thursday, August 11, 2011
6:30 PM
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
T. Boone Pickens Training & Conference Center

Local artists Jenny Grumbles and Jill Scovell will host the third annual Summer Colors event, a silent art auction benefiting Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Local artists, Allyson Hall, Casey Wiegand and Nicole Morrow will be featured along with a piece submitted by former TSRHC patient, Desmond Blair. The event will be held on the TSRHC campus where guests will have the opportunity to bid on artwork while enjoying drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

$25 in advance / $35 at the door

All proceeds from ticket sales go directly to TSRHC