Picture-perfect moments at Mad Hatter's.
PARTY ANIMALS, THIS ISSUE’S FOR YOU
Forget about being a social butterfly. Even a cheetah wouldn’t have the speed or stamina to attend the dizzying number of social events that occurred in the spring of 2026.
Fortunately for our readers, it’s not too late to experience theses galas, which combined showstopping glamour with the joy that comes from giving back. Our July 2026 Society Digital Magazine features photos and details from more than 50 events that occurred between January and June.
If you attended, see if your photo made the cut. If you missed a favorite, mark your calendar for next year. And if you’re more of a homebody, the fashion, décor, and famous faces in our pages may persuade you to put on your dancing shoes.
Thank you to the public relations representatives who submitted timely event information along with quality photographs, and to our advertising partners for helping us bring you this coverage.
These galas are too grand to fit within the pages of our Society Digital Magazine, and this will be our final issue. Our society coverage is boogieing over to our website, peoplenewspapers.com, where readers will be able to find timely updates and photo galleries.
Even with so many events within Society Digital Magazine, we know that some parties are sitting this issue out. If your celebration is being a wallflower, please reach out to our staff so that we can include it in upcoming coverage.
For more about ways to celebrate and give back, subscribe to our weekly EatPlay-Give e-newsletter, or check out the monthly print editions of Park Cities People and Preston Hollow People.
As always, thank you for reading!
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People Newspapers 20 Under 40
Date & Place: April 30, Communities Foundation of Texas
Cause: Recognizing difference-making young leaders who work or live in the Park Cities or Preston Hollow.
Sponsors: Communities Foundation of Texas (presenting sponsor); Baylor Scott & White Health and Nor-Tex Greenscapes (premier sponsors); Rotary Club of Park Cities (program partner); Serve & Savour Catering, McShan Florist, Motus Booth, and Boozy Bar Dallas (event partners)
Notable: People Newspapers with help from a selection committee honored young adults Bridget Myers, Erica Wilkins Webb, Jessica Emanuel, Jordan Griesbeck, Katherine S undby, Katie Kuehl, Kelly Ongena, Lauren Bellemare, Lindsay Davis, Lindsay Poppenhagen, Mary Sutherland, Ross Mulf ord, Shan Zaidi, Taylor Clark, Taylor Frank, Whitney Rowell, Hannah Johnson, Thomas Hand, Sahil Sawnani, and Lauren M ariel plus “Youths on the Rise” Olivia-Sophie Keijsers Koning and Olivia Zhang.
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Jordan Griesbeck, Kelly Ongena, Lindsay Davis, and Taylor Clark
Erica Wilkins Webb and Jonathan Webb
Katherine Sundby
Elizabeth Phillips
Olivia Zhang and Olivia-Sophie Keijsers Koning
Bridget Myers, Whitney Rowell, and Lindsay Poppenhagen
Austin Street Center’s 11th Annual “No Place Like Home”
Date & Place: April 16, 2616 Commerce Event Center
Cause: Supporting shelter, housing, and essential services for individuals experiencing homelessness across North Texas.
Chairs: Waldo Gonzalez and William Taylor
Sponsors: Presented by H-E-B with support from 49 additional sponsors
Notable: The event welcomed 270 guests and raised a record-breaking $316,147, exceeding its fundraising goal. Guests enjoyed live entertainment from a chart-topping Texas country artist, cuisine from Salum Restaurant, a silent auction, and skyline views. More than $1,000 in Austin Street Home candles were sold on-site in support of the organization’s mission.
ATALI SAMUEL OF ATALI SAMUEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Patrick Means and Laura Harris
Madalene Garcia Ramirez and Jennifer Atchison
Linda and Daniel Roby
Chris Kastner and Rea Oberwetter
Christi Saylors
Ben Riemer and Julian Mensah
Kim An Bui, Lisa Brown, and Jennifer Atchison
Dallas CASA’s Cherish the Children Luncheon
Date & Place: April 17, The Arts District Mansion
Cause: Dallas CASA recruits, trains and supervises community volunteers to advocate for children who have been abused or neglected and are living in foster care.
Chairs: Barbara and Margaret Cervin
Honorees: Sarah and Laura Losinger
Sponsors: Presenting Sponsors Anonymous, Barbara and Margaret Cervin, and The Rosewood Corporation; CASA Protectors Laura and Sarah Losinger; CASA Keepers Deri and Doug Hartman; CASA Patrons Priscilla and Corey Anthony, Mary Lynn and Fred Bangs, Flywheel, Sandra Hamilton Hardie, The Hoglund Foundation, Jerry and Emy Lou, Baldridge Foundation, Kappa Alpha Theta Dallas Alumnae Chapter, Deborah Ackerman and John Lozier, and Kara and Steve Van Duzee; CASA Friends Kathleen Cain/Alexandra Lovitt, Children’s Health, Regina Montoya and Paul Coggins, Amber Cohen, Debby and Hugh Comer, Communities Foundation of Texas, Lisa and Clay Cooley, Jackie and Peter Costanza, Dallas Mavericks, Janice Z. and Richard Davis, Margie and Ray Francis, The Graves, Family Foundation, Inc., J.M. Haggar, Jr., Family Foundation, Hannah and Greg May, Thomas O’Connell, Cynthia Pladziewicz, Emily and Jim Sanford, Nicki and Paul Stafford, Linda and Rob Swartz, and Lisa and Tony Truppa.
Notable: The luncheon brought together community supporters to raise awareness and funds for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. It focused on Dallas CASA’s mission to ensure children in foster care have a consistent, caring advocate during critical moments in their lives. The program featured remarks from speaker Aliscia "Cia" Brorman, who shared her personal experience navigating the child welfare system and credited her CASA volunteer with changing the course of her life. Brorman emphasized that children in foster care need adults who consistently uplift and validate them. The luncheon also honored Laura and Sarah Losinger with the Caroline Rose Hunt Cherish the Children Award for their longstanding commitment to Dallas CASA, recognizing their leadership and dedication to creating safety, stability, and hope for vulnerable children. Mother-daughter duo Barbara and Margaret Cervin chaired the luncheon.
Barbara and Margaret Cervin, Kathleen M. LaValle, and Sarah and Laura Losinger
KRISTINA BOWMAN AND ROSANNE LEWIS
Jennifer Chander and Wayne White
Joel Rothermel, Colby Hanks Baer, and Courtney Underwood
Jayden Martinez and Aliscia “Cia” Brorman
Robert Mahurin and Lynn Fisher
Dallas County Judge Clay and Ramsey Jenkins
Craig and Ann Rowley
Terese Stevenson Corey Anthony, Carlos Mitchell, and Paul Stafford
Aging Mind Foundation’s The Legacy Gala
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Date & Place: April 18, Thompson Dallas
Cause: The 12th Annual Aging Mind Foundation gala honored the nonprofit’s founder Laree Hulshoff while celebrating its mission to fund and advance scientific research focused on finding the causes of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Chair: Darin Kunz
Presenting Sponsor: Rx Solutions GPO
Notable: One of the evening’s most meaningful moments came during the paddle raise, which inspired $165,000 in donations from gala attendees. Since its founding in 2013, the Aging Mind Foundation has raised more than $6 million to support research focused on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
FRONT: Michael and Julie Tregoning, Ben Fischer, Claudia Goldfarb, and Brendon Fischer. BACK: Lynae Fearing, Kitty Singh, Jo Marie Lily, Dan Owen, and Ketsana Vongcerra
Sammey Mihos and Darin Kunz
Chance Chase, Graeme Ross, Mason McCleskey, and Javier Burkle
Jackie and Costa Christ with Vanessa Thanos
Louis Landen, Brandon Talbott, Tessa Patterson, Jacob Samson, and Ken Weber
Mary Jo and Dr. Jay Gartner
Tom and Lisa Georgalis
Brittanie Buchanan and Alison Volk Clay and Anna Thomas, Christopher Donnelly, and Jerry Delgado
Michelle Miller Burns
The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon
Date & Place: April 21, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
Cause: Raising vital funds that help Salvation Army programs dedicated to combatting poverty, addiction, and homelessness in local communities. Since its inception in 1993, the Dallas Women’s Auxiliary’s Fashion Show & Luncheon has raised more than $18 million for The Salvation Army of North Texas.
Chairs: Majors Carolynn and Rob Webb, Area Commanders, The Salvation Army of North Texas; Christina Cavalier, Managing Director, The Salvation Army of North Texas; Katherine Coker, Fashion Show & Luncheon Chair; Kimber Hartmann, President of The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary; Lisa Troutt, Fashion Show & Luncheon Honorary Chair
Notable: The Salvation Army Dallas Women’s Auxiliary celebrated its 35th anniversary by inviting emerging designers to submit original work for the Fashion Show & Luncheon’s inaugural design contest. Winning designs were showcased in a runway fashion show before nearly 700 guests. All submitted designs were available for purchase at the event’s clothing sale, with 100% of the proceeds supporting The Salvation Army of North Texas. The winner of the inaugural emerging designer contest was Salvador Medina, whose designs won first and second place overall. Dallas Women’s Auxiliary President Kimber Hartmann and founding Emeritus Auxiliary member Margot Perot honored Margaret Hancock with the namesake Margot Perot Service Award. Gene Jones was recognized as the Legacy Award recipient, and the Love in Action Award was presented to Marilyn Spencer.
THE SALVATION ARMY OF NORTH TEXAS
Katherine Coker and Lisa Troutt
Margaret Hancock, Paige Locke, Katherine Coker, Major Carolynn Webb, Lisa Troutt, Marilyn Spencer, Kimber Hartmann, and Christina Cavalier
Patti Flowers and Kim Hext
Haley Anderson, Meredith Land, Major Carolynn Webb, and Charlotte Jones
20th Annual Chick Lit Luncheon
Date & Place: March 27, Hilton Anatole Dallas
Cause: Benefiting Community Partners of Dallas, which aims to improve the lives of abused and neglected children in Dallas.
Chairs: Brooke Bailey and Elizabeth Dacus (Co-Chairs) with Leigh Anne Haugh (Honorary Chair)
Notable: More than 1,100 guests attended the 20th annual luncheon, which was presented by Dr. Robert and Lara Tafel. The afternoon featured a conversation with Fox4 Good Day anchor Paige Ellenberger and award-winning actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author Lauren Graham. Paper Affair received the 20th Anniversary Partners in Celebration Award in recognition of its 19 years as a Chick Lit Luncheon supporter. Amazon Web Services, a steadfast partner to CPD since 2018, received the Paige McDaniel Partners for Children Award.
Angela Ray, Lindsey Diaz, Emily Mainzer, and Katie Pearson
Leigh Anne Haugh, Brooke Bailey, and Elizabeth Dacus
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Lisa Bhattacharya, Amy Camp, Cory Criscoe Kratz, Allison Miller, and Elizabeth Saab
Lauren Graham and Paige Ellenberger
Joanna Clarke and Melissa Wayte
LaVerne and Greg Nieberding
Julia, Heather, and Lauren Hicks
Parker Shelton and Missy Payne
Colleen Taylor, Kennedy Moore, Lauren Graham, and Sandy Moore
Christy Crenshaw and Lacie Crow
Frontiers of Flight Museum's Jetsetters Grand Opening
FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT MUSEUM
Date & Place: April 28, Frontiers of Flight Museum
Notable: During the ribbon cutting, speakers, including Frontiers of Flight Museum CEO Abigail Erickson-Torres and Dallas City Council Member Gay Donnell Willis, shared remarks with a large crowd of invited guests.
PRESENTED BY
Kyle Crews Ani Nosnik
Featuring Emerald City’s Limelight Band Champagne Reception, Photos, Sketch Artist, Silent and Live Auction Virgin Hotel Dallas Tour
FRIDAY, OCT 2ND
SUNDAY, OCT 4TH 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Complimentary Shuttle Bus Service Begins at 3131 Turtle Creek Blvd.
Gala and Tour of Home Tickets are sold separately
Laura Cardena, Gay Donnell Willis, Katie Robbins, Abigail Erickson-Torres, Michelle Ramirez, Shirley Hildalgo, and Jeff Kitner
Kiki Gao, Ariel Merk, and Thane Hankins
Anna Berman, Kunthear Mam-Douglas, John Pickett, and Regina Bruce
Susan Perez and Dr. Macario Hernandez
Mad Hatter’s Luncheon: The Art of the Garden
Date & Place: April 24, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Cause: Since 1982, the major goal of the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has been the design, construction, funding and endowment of A Woman’s Garden, a principal garden at the Dallas Arboretum. A Woman’s Garden is the only public garden in the United States conceived by women, funded by the efforts of women and dedicated to the spirit of women.
Chairs: Reagan Pace and Sheridan Reeder, Anne Stodghill (honorary chair)
Sponsors: Fashion Show: Esé Azénabor; Décor: Gro; Patron Party: Anne and Steve Stodghill; Production: Headington Companies; Floral: T Shop; Tablescape: Tablepop; Wine: Adair Family Wines; Valet: Avondale; Photo Booth: Venise Stuart and the late Lisa Meyer; Registration: Saville CPA; Specialty Drink: Nicole and Paul Devlin.
Notable: Esé Azénabor was honored as the featured designer, bringing her signature couture craftsmanship and statement-making aesthetic to the afternoon in a fashion show produced by Jan Strimple which showcased formal and fun fashions for all ages. The winners were Italian Masters: Debbie Murray (“classical creations,” judged by Capera Ryan); Impressionists: Katie Kennemer’s group, D&M Leasing, (“best group category,” judged by Nicole Myers); Surrealism: Elizabeth Smith (“over the top creations,” judged by Sharon Lee Clark); Rococo: Sarah Ring (“best use of live botanicals,” judged by Eliot Whittall); Cubism: Allison Brodnax’s group (“monochromatic geometry,” judged by Hannah Fagadau Kaye); Pop Art: Erin Jett (“brightly colored tribute to pop culture,” judged by John Sughrue); the inaugural Carole Ann Brown Best in Show: Prashe Shah (judged by Honorary Chair Anne Stodghill). The late Carole Ann Brown was founder of and chaired the first Mad Hatter’s Tea in 1989. A dedicated leader, she received the 2022 Legacy Leadership Award and served as honorary chair for the 2021 Mad Hatter’s Tea. Her hard work was central to fundraising for A Woman’s Garden.
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO AND THOMAS GARZA
Anne and Steve Stodghill
Kaleta Blaffer-Johnson, Natalie Boerder, and Nathalie Barrera
Judges FRONT: Sharon Lee Clark, Capera Ryan, Hannah Fagadau Kaye, and Dr. Nicole R. Myres. BACK: Richard Shon, John T. Sughrue, and Eliot Whittall.
Sheridan Reeder, Paige Elliott, and Reagan Pace
Esé Azénabor
Debbie Murray
Tonya Trest and Donna Arp Weitzman
Nicole Myers and D&M Leasing
Family Compass’ 8th Annual NDBT North Star Luncheon
Date & Place: April 27, Arts District Mansion
Cause: Benefiting Family Compass, a non-profit organization that believes that every child has the fundamental right to a healthy family and environment, the opportunity to succeed in school, and the capacity to experience life without violence, abuse, or neglect. Family Compass strives to prevent trauma before it begins and keep families safe and intact. In 2024 alone, the agency kept 878 children at risk of neglect or abuse out of the system.
Chairs: Heather McNamara, Chair; Tracey and Aaron Kozmetsky, Honorary Chairs
Notable: This year’s theme, The Art of Family, was a curated celebration honoring the beauty and resilience within every family’s story. The Moozie Foundation was recognized with the 2026 North Star Award, which is given to those who have significantly helped Family Compass continue its critical work. Longstanding supporter Kay Walgren of the Richardson/Plano Kappa Delta Alumnae Chapter was recognized with an inaugural Guiding Light Award, which she received at a reception held in mid-March. The day’s two featured speakers were foster care activist, mental health advocate, author and nonprofit founder Christina Meredith, who signed copies of her book CinderGirl: My Journey Out of the Ashes to a Life of Hope, and internationally acclaimed Cuban-American artist Rolando Diaz. The program began with Diaz painting an original work of art on stage to be auctioned later in the day.
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Christina Meredith and Rolando Diaz
Tracey and Aaron Kozmetsky with Heather McNamara
Brandi Shiflett and Toni McReynolds
Adriana Pena, Michelle Mercado, and Corina Padron Neva Cochran and Kay Walgren
Neda Bahramnejad and Vanessa Fuquay
Carey Thornton, Kathy Ruff, and Pennie Marshall
Ona Foster, Lydia Sands McCutchen with Lauren, Julia, and Clayton Sands
Dallas 24 Hour Club’s 5th Annual Tea for Recovery
Date & Place: April 10, Dallas Woman’s Forum
Cause: Supporting residents on their path to sobriety through safe housing, recovery resources, and essential life skills programming.
Chairs: Marsha Williamson, Dr. M. Joan Terry and Reverend Tiffany Wright
Notable: The sold-out event welcomed 175 guests and raised a record-breaking $70,000, making it the most successful Tea for Recovery to date. Guests enjoyed a curated high tea from Chefs Sharon Van Meter, Donna Collins, Katherine Clapper, and Dunia Borga, alongside a resident testimony and special musical performance by
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DYLAN HOLLINGSWORTH
Charlotte Ball
Steve Williamson accompanied by Charmian Reap.
Charlotte Ball and Steve Williamson
Stephanie Martinez, Calie Carmichael Litton, Savannah Goudreau, Sarah McDonald, and Vickye Key
Kathiann Crews, Ronna Moore, Maureen Jamison-Quilling, Angie Thomas-Brown, Tami Darlington, Leslie Kramer, Lisa Hendrickson, and Kathleen Cook-Hunter Rev Tiffany Wright, Marsha Williamson, and Dr. M Joan Terry
Mary Anne Wyly, Earlina Hamilton, Kim Wyly, Alden Fontaine, and Saul Garcia
Chef Sharon Van Meter
FRONT: Libby Albritton, Charlotte Ball, Marsha Williamson, and Lindy Stone. BACK: Terry Kranz, Kristen Eddy, Holly Murdoch, Erin Wilkerson, Debi Nelson, and Adrienne Santaularia
Ally Edelman, winner of Royal Cathay tea set
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum & Awards Celebration 2026
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Date & Place: April 29, Moody Performance Hall
Cause: The annual event is dedicated to celebrating women’s leadership and building #StrongWomenBetterTexas. It raised $385,000 in support of the foundation’s mission.
Chairs: Cristal Retana Lule and Lynn McBee
Sponsors: Presenting Sponsor Haynes Boone; Leadership Forum Sponsor Southwest Airlines; Cocktail Reception Sponsor Perkins Coie; Parking Sponsor Friends of Olga; Registration Partner Hilti; Maura Recognition Sponsor Marshalling Resources; Transformational Partner Debra Hunter Johnson and Friends; Special Recognition Award Sponsor Texas Instruments and the TI Foundation; Snap & Share Photo Sponsor Oncor (with photo experience by Pikcher Booth)
Notable: The program opened with an awards celebration honoring seven women whose leadership is transforming communities across the state. The 2026 Young Leader Award recipients, Prisma Garcia and Amanda Valentine, were recognized for their bold leadership and commitment to creating pathways for others. The Maura Women Helping Women Awards honored Debra Hunter Johnson for her transformational leadership and advocacy in the corporate and nonprofit sectors, Kimberly Bizor Tolbert for her groundbreaking leadership as Dallas City Manager and commitment to public service, Margie Aguilar for amplifying diverse voices through media and storytelling with an emphasis on the Hispanic community, Dr. Olga Martinez Hickman for her community-driven work advancing equity and opportunity through Bachman Lake Together, and Thear Suzuki for her purpose-driven leadership and dedication to inspiring courageous action through mentorship and philanthropy.
Amanda Valentine, Prisma Garcia, Thear Suzuki, Margie Aguilar, Olga Hickman, Ph.D., Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, and Debra Hunter Johnson
Dr. Carine Feyten and Chad Wick
Karen Hughes White, Cristal Retana Luna, Cris Zertuche Wong, and Lynn McBee
Kimberly Huyghue, Blair Johnson, Kim Adams House, and Rodney Greene
Regen Horchow, Allison Fasy, and Lizzie Routman
Hattie Hill and Donna Richardson Joyner
Daniel Comeaux, Cynt Marshall, and Justin Ball
Sierra Lykins, Angelica Timpany, and Jessica Keen
Debra Hunter Johnson
Dwell With Dignity: The Studio Event
Date & Place: April 9, Dwell with Dignity
Cause: Raising funds for Dwell with Dignity's mission. The STUDIO is the nonprofit's flagship fundraiser and helps it transform lives by creating warm living environments for those most in need.
Chairs: Jean Liu, Jean Liu Design, with Kendall Bardin (Art Chair)
Sponsors: Amazon returned as presenting sponsor, deepening a partnership that has helped generate more than $1.5 million in merchandise sales and supported life-changing home transformations for 72 Dallas families.
Notable: The opening night party raised $145,000, thanks to the creative designers. The 2026 designer lineup included Ashleigh Graber Design, Graham + Co Interiors | Sarah Graham, Living Luxury Lab by MxD Interiors, Roco and Xander by Amara Home Designs, Studio 11 Design, Studio Thomas James, and Yates Desygn.
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Liesl and Kaky Kuby with Delisa Schlachter
Sarah Graham
Kourtney Ketterhagen, Erica McLain, and Debbie Mitchell
Vicki Yakunin and Teresa Charnock
Haley Price, Kellie Sirna, and Holly Simpson
Ilya and Arina Gurfinkel
Douglas Waite, Melissa Young, and Lisa Robison
Ashleigh Graber
8th Annual Room to Grow Luncheon
Date & Place: April 8, Neiman Marcus Garden at NorthPark Center
Cause: Benefiting Dec My Room, which has a mission of creating cheerful spaces for pediatric patients during long-term hospital stays.
Chairs: Erika Burton and Melissa Smrekar (Co-Chairs), Nancy Nasher (Honorary Chair), and Javier Burkle (Design Chair)
Notable: This year’s luncheon theme was inspired by Father of the Bride ’s 24 Maple Drive. Nearly 300 attendees joined the event’s chairs “on the sunny side of the street” for Dec My Room. Highlights included one-of-a-kind dollhouse-sized rooms “dec’d” by eight of Dallas’ most distinguished interior designers that were up for bidding during the silent auction, a spring fashion preview, and a moderated design panel discussion. Devoted advocate of Dec My Room and past Room to Grow luncheon chair Terra Najork-Peterson received the third-annual Monarch Servant Heart Award, which is given to an ardent and continued supporter of Dec My Room’s mission. Renza DePirro was honored as this year’s Dec My Room Heart of Gold Volunteer Award recipient for her outstanding service to the organization. Samantha Allen received the 2026 Celebrate Flight Award, which is presented annually to a patient or individual whose experience or actions epitomize Dec My Room’s mission and who is an inspiration to all Dec My Room supporters.
FRONT: Lisa Henderson, Courtney Garrigan, Jen Stevens, Teddie Garrigan, and Carolina Gentry.
BACK: Traci Connell, Eddie Maestri, Beth Dotolo, Javier Burkle, and Noel Pittman
Erika Burton and Melissa Smrekar
Nancy Nasher and Izzy Haemisegger
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Terra Najork-Peterson, Jana Paul, and Dawn Greiner Heather Smith with Samantha and Keely Allen
Sarah Groves and Ashley O'Malley Leigh Burns, Mary Frances Kearney, Shannon Halbert, and Lauren Martinez
Adare Robinson, Caroline Lamar, Leigh Karro, Alexi Martin, and Laura Black
Kristin Williams and Shelby Foster
"A Chance to Soar" Luncheon Patron Party 2026
Date & Place: April 2, George W. Bush
Presidential Center
Cause: Building support and raising funds for Jonathan’s Place, which provides a safe, nurturing environment and comprehensive care for children, teens, and young adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma.
Chairs: Paula and Bay Miltenberger; April and John Willingham (Co-Chairs), Kelcy Warren (Honorary Chair)
Notable: The patron party celebrated the momentum leading into the April 17 “A Chance to Soar” Luncheon and recognized the generosity of donors and supporters. The event honored Humanitarian Award recipients Ashlee and Chris Kleinert and highlighted more than $675,000 raised toward the luncheon. Hosted during Child Abuse Awareness Month, the evening brought together community leaders and advocates in support of Jonathan’s Place and its mission to provide healing, hope, and opportunity for vulnerable youth.
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Paul Nouri and Allicia Frye with Eliot and Julie Raffkind
Sarah and Landon Lowry
Kim Cox with Vicki and Robert Granado
Shannon and Ted Skokos
Chris and Ashlee Kleinert
Linda and Ken Wimberly
Stephanie and Devon May with John and April Willingham
Bay and Paula Miltenberger with April and John Willingham
Bob Sambol, Kay Sim, and Stacey Walker
Blood Cancer United's 42nd Annual St. Valentine's Day Luncheon & Fashion Show
Date & Place: Feb. 4, the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
Cause: Benefiting Blood Cancer United, formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Chairs: Megan and Keith Conlon (CoChairs), with Ellen and Clayton Kershaw (Honorary Chairs)
Sponsors: Presenting - Billie and Gillis Thomas Family Foundation; United for Life - Builders FirstSource; Hope - Megan and Keith Conlon; Robyn and Don Conlon; The Somerville Companies; and Melody and Rick Rogers; Diamond - Lisa and Clay Cooley; Highland Park Village; Sewell Automotive; Benchmark Bank/Susie and Mike Barnett; Elbit Systems and Anonymous; Sapphire - Claire and Dwight Emanuelson; Allie Beth Allman & Associates; Allie Beth Allman; and Ruth Robinson; Emerald - Texas de Brazil; Kathi and Scott Shuford; Fiona Richards; Elizabeth and Chad Cooksey; Petro-Hunt, LLC; Susan Palma; Marybeth and Kevin Conlon; Laura Sahliyeh; Bela Cooley; Lillie Young, Erin Young Garrett, Lindsay Young Lee; and the Hegi Family
Notable: A record-setting 850 attendees were guests at the 42nd-annual luncheon, which raised more than $1 million for Blood Cancer United’s mission. Gene Palma, who courageously fought his battle against lymphoma, received the Linda Somerville Memorial Hero Award, named in memory of chair Megan Conlon’s mother. The 2026 ICON Award was presented to Lisa Cooley, who combines her style and grace with philanthropy and servant leadership. Dedicated advocate and supporter of Blood Cancer United Kathi Shuford received the Lynda Adleta Heart of Gold Award. The Spirit of Tom Landry Award, given to a youth who has battled blood cancer, was presented to Vivian Haddad, who at four months old was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Vivian has now been cancer-free for over five years and is thriving. During the highly anticipated fashion show, models wore spring looks from Highland Park Village retailers. The tradition of host committee members’ children modeling Valentine’s-inspired looks from LoveShackFancy was a highlight of the show.
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Peggy Sewell with St. Valentine's Day Luncheon Co-Founders Rusty Duvall and Janet Evans
Belle in LoveShackFancy
Award recipient Kathi Shuford with Emcee Clarice Tinsley
St. Valentine's Day Luncheon honorary chairs Clayton and Ellen Kershaw with Co-Chairs Megan and Keith Conlon
Tiffany Divis, Lynn McBee, and award recipient Lisa Cooley, with Shannon Graham
Caitlin Wilson and Whitney Cameron
Chloe and Bella in LoveShackFancy
Kenzie Piper and Charlie, Susan, Alex, and Jessica Palma, with Susie and Brendan Kwiatkwoski
Junior League of Dallas Milestones Luncheon
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Date & Place: April 10, The Fairmont Dallas Hotel
Cause: Raising funds for the Junior League of Dallas (JLD) Community Service Fund, which serves as a platform to heighten awareness of the programs and issues JLD supports and recognize the impact and achievements of its volunteers. Proceeds from the Milestones Luncheon enable JLD to grant approximately $1 million annually to the Dallas community.
Chairs: Krystle Craycraft and Diana Hamilton (Co-Chairs)
Sponsors: Sewell Automotive Companies, Signature Sponsor; Lyda Hill, Legacy Sponsor; Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians, VIP Sponsor; Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation, VIP Check-In Sponsor; The Dallas Foundation, Platinum Dinner Sponsor; Alto, Rideshare Sponsor; McShan Florist, Floral Sponsor; PaperCity , Luncheon Media Sponsor; Gittings Portraiture, Photography Sponsor; Central Market, Favor Bag Sponsor; Margaret Wells and Susan Wells Jenevein, Invitation Sponsor; Origin Bank, Menu Sponsor; Texas Health Resources, Program Sponsor; and PlainsCapital Bank, Photo Booth Sponsor
Notable: The luncheon featured Priya Parker, facilitator, strategic advisor, and acclaimed author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters . Emmy and Associated Press Award-winning journalist and co-anchor of NBC 5 Today Laura Harris served as emcee. 2026 Sustainer of the Year Mary M. Jalonick was recognized.
Lori Whitlow Christensen, Dr. Lindsay Davis, Priya Parker, Mary M. Jalonick, Krystle Craycraft, and Diana Hamilton
Emcee Laura Harris
Samantha Eppler, Lillian Cloud, and Joanna Clarke
Lauren Combest with Andrea Cheek
Elizabeth Gambrell and Candace Winslow
Catherine Cahlink, Mary M. Jalonick, and Mary Clare
Breakthrough T1D's "A Night of Hope"
Date & Place: April 10, Omni Dallas Hotel
Cause: To accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent, and ultimately cure type 1 diabetes.
Chairs: Stacey and Dave Johnson and their family, Chelsea and Blake McMullen, Kendall and Michael Kelly, and Rylie Johnson
Sponsors: The Dave and Stacey Johnson Foundation presented the event. Other major sponsors included Source North America, Catina La Rosa, JF Petroleum, Stature Aviation, Forbes HOUSE Dallas, Southwest Airlines, and FBD Partnerships LP
Notable: Thirty-three youth ambassadors who have type 1 diabetes volunteered throughout the evening. Gala chairs the Johnson family helped lead a meaningful celebration that highlighted both the 30year history of the Dallas Gala and a deeply personal milestone — daughter Chelsea’s 30th “diaversary,” marking three decades of living with T1D.
The evening opened with heartfelt remarks from emcees Karen Borta of CBS 11 and Isaiah Stanback, former Dallas Cowboys player and NFL Network Good Morning Football and CBS 11 sports analyst, who shared their personal connections to T1D as parents.
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Dave Johnson, Parker, Blake and Chelsea McMullen, Stacey Johnson, Hadley McMullen, Rylie Johnson, and Kendell and Michael Kelly.
Dr. Perrin White, Holly, Jeff, and Harper Swartwout, with Amy Camp
Vanessa, Jamael, Leah, Hannah, and Emmanuel Graves
Collins Valerin and Joy Collom
Rocco, Elle, Zara, and Scott Paul
Emcee Karen Borta
Lindsey and Andrew Verity
Emily Ayars, Penny Johnson, Shelley Moseley Johnson, and Caroline Johnson
Dr. Greg Clark with Amanda Simon
Jenna and Andy Isensee
SESSION Foundation’s Sound Session
Date & Place: April 10, The Bomb Factory
Cause: Benefiting the SESSION Foundation, which provides grants, resources, and mentorship opportunities to North Texas female founders.
Chairs: Brittany Grignon Hays (Founder of SESSION Pilates and SESSION Foundation) and SESSION’s Founding Circle
Sponsors: Dallas-area female-led businesses and food and beverage partners
Notable: Celebrating the 10th anniversary of SESSION Pilates and the launch of the SESSION Foundation, the inaugural Sound SESSION transformed The Bomb Factory into a “Desert Disco” experience. The event featured performances by DJ Lucy Wrubel, Sir Woman, and Saint Motel and grossed more than $300,000 to support female entrepreneurs. The Foundation awarded its inaugural $80,000 grant to PWR WMN, marking a signif
milestone for North Texas
businesses.
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icant
women-led
Fareedah Shaheed and Lauren Homme
Hannah Hull, Chelsi Clapper, Alie Batson, and Tara Dixon
Samantha Spragins, Carley Gibson, Katie Lee Scoggins, Wallace Sorrells, and Anna Belou
Cassandra Willis, Christine Guzman, and Amanda Eddy
Brittany Glendenning, Brooke Dowdy, and Alex Snodgrass
"Chef AQ"
Jonathan Rosenberg, Beaux Olaiya, and Brian Rutt
Molly Grace Sambol, Kimberly Borges, Brittany Grignon Hays, and Miriam McDonald
Saint Motel
Kayla Powell, Lisa Jones, and Erika Krehbiel
AWARE Affair 2026 Boots, Buckles & Brain Health A Night Rising Above Alzheimer's Together
Date & Place: April 11, Gilley's Dallas
Cause: AWARE North Texas is a nonprofit organization that empowers North Texans to rise above the challenges of Alzheimer’s and other dementias together.
Chairs: Katie and Neal Doherty and Heidi and Cole Snadon
Sponsors: Sheryl and Gary Wood
Notable: The evening honored individuals whose leadership has left a lasting mark on the organization. Janet and Jack Broyles received the 2026 Founder’s Spirit Award for their longstanding dedication to AWARE’s mission, while Mari Epperson was presented with the 2026 Amy Osler Spirit of Education Leadership Award for her commitment to public education and advocacy surrounding Alzheimer’s disease. Retired Dallas Police Detective C’Mone Wingo was recognized with AWARE’s inaugural First Responder Award. The new honor was inspired by her work investigating cases involving missing persons with dementia.
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO, THOMAS GARZA, & CHASE HALL
Gary and Sheryl Wood
Venise Stuart, C'Mone Wingo, and Stacey Angel
Mari Epperson and Ann McKinley
Neal and Katie Doherty with Heidi and Cole Snadon
Gail Plummer and John Cattaneo
Mark and Karen Carney with Matthew Fritts
George, Emily, and Michael Collins
Jolie and Bart Humphrey
Natalie Cofield and David McDavid Jr.
Eric Nadel Birthday Benefit
Date & Place: May 14, Longhorn Ballroom
Cause: The Grant Halliburton Foundation, which provides mental health education, resources and support to children, teens and their families across North Texas.
Sponsors: The event was presented by Haynes Boone, with KXT 91.7 serving as media sponsor
Notable: The event raised $220,000 in honor of Eric Nadel’s 75th birthday. Proceeds benefitted the Grant Halliburton Foundation. Instead of one, there were two co-headliners who performed: Brooklyn-based headliner Sammy Rae & The Friends and special guest Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes.
SIMON LUNA STUDIOS
Christopher Dowling-Magill, Matt Gabay, and Amy McCloskey
Matt Mazur, T.J. Griffin, and David Salmon
Sammy Rae and Eric Nadel
Rene Young, Matthew Mudrick, and Isabella Keating
Chris Seymour, Babe Laufenberg, and Danny and Hilda Darwin
Gary and Joan Kessler, Dana and Peggy Fuller, and Tobie and Steve Sasser
Sarita Prabhu, Gavin George, and Randy Brown
Fariha Khan, Mayra Catterall, and Danyla Moore
Sammy Rae & The Friends
The 34th Annual House of DIFFA: “Hotel Mystique”
Date & Place: May 9, Sheraton Dallas Hotel
Cause: DIFFA Dallas, which supports North Texas HIV/AIDS Organizations
Chairs: David Chadd and David White
Sponsors: The Louis L. Borick Foundation, Benjamin Moore, Mohawk Group, Vistra Energy, Blanc Canvas Drapery and Design, Champion Healthcare of North Texas, Guardian, Gilead, King and Spalding, DallasVoice , ModernLuxury , Robyn Chauvin Productions, MISTR, Hashtag Fine Jewelers, Coppell Oral and Facial Surgery, The Mateo Booth, Emerald City Productions, and Plug Public Relations.
Notable: The fictional Hotel Mystique unfolded room by room throughout the evening, revealing a narrative centered on identity, resilience, visibility, and transformation. A highlight included the presentation of DIFFA Dallas’ annual awards recognizing leaders and advocates making a lasting impact across the LGBTQ+ community, healthcare, fashion, philanthropy, and the arts. The evening also honored legendary fashion producer Jan Strimple as a DIFFA Dallas Legacy member. Powerhouse auctioneer and comedian Dana Goldberg energized the ballroom during the live auction, where guests bid on oncein-a-lifetime luxury experiences. During the fashion production, guests journeyed through elaborately designed scenes, including a glamorous hotel lobby featuring a special appearance by Dallas content creator Courtney Stensland, a lavish casino, spa, and fitness center, haunted hotel corridors, a poolside fantasy, and an electrifying “Masquerave” finale.
THOMAS GARZA, TAMYTHA CAMERON, CHASE HALL, DANNY CAMPBELL, CELESTE CASS
DIFFA Dallas 2025-2026 Board of Directors Gabriella Monte, Jonathan Flores, Eric Bright, Danny Cabrera, Steve Lopez, Richard Rivas, David White, Rhiannon Bolen, David Chadd, Dustin Hutcheson, Sonia Simmons, Steve Hoyl, Thomas Lewis, David Ridenour, Grant Farmer, and J.R. Shoman
Cora Black, Ethan Skinner, and Taylor Thornton
David Chadd, Robyn Chauvin, and David White
Gabi Silver, Madison Dudley, and Teric Thompson
Dawn Mellon, Ken Weber, and Nerissa von Helpenstill
Denise Lee
Elizabeth Toon Charities’ 20th Annual Concert and Clay Shoot
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Date & Place: May 7, Dallas Gun Club, and May 8, Gilley’s Dallas
Cause: Elizabeth Toon Charities’ mission is rooted in the principles of faith, hope, and love. As a Christian-based nonprofit, the organization supports children and families throughout North Texas by funding and partnering with organizations that provide education, assistance, comfort, and therapy to those impacted by abuse, grief, poverty, disabilities, and terminal illnesses.
Sponsors: Elizabeth Toon Charities is honored to have the support of more than 60 generous local sponsors. It is especially grateful to Title Sponsors JLL and Permian Resources; Diamond Sponsor Lincoln Property Company; and Platinum Sponsors c2mtech, Endurance Concrete, Reserve Construction, and Walker Engineering
Notable: Elizabeth Toon Charities is proud to provide annual support to four longstanding Partner Charities: Camp John Marc, Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, The Rise School of Dallas, and Scottish Rite for Children. Proceeds from this year’s event will also benefit 16 2026 Beneficiaries: Blue Haven Ranch, Camp Esperanza, Camp Summit, ChristianWorks, Community Partners of Dallas, Dallas Leadership Foundation, Dallas LIFE, Epilepsy Foundation Texas, Equest, High Adventure Treks, Hope Cottage, Hugs Cafe, Lighthouse School of Fort Worth, ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship, Partners in Opportunity, and Ronald McDonald House of
Dallas.
Jake Francis, Jessica Whitsitt, Carolyn Cross, Carrie Rowling, and Sarita Francis
FRONT: Buck Browning, Baker Browning, Livi Brooks, Chloe Brooks, and Bridget Brooks. MIDDLE: Taylor Brooks, Mary Margaret Browning, Isabella Brooks, Laura Toon Brooks, and Patti Toon. BACK: Beau Browning, Justin Toon, and Larry Toon
Casey Travis, Tucker White, Andy Pratt, Laura Toon Brooks, Chloe Brooks, Taylor Brooks, Alex Brandt, Tanner Cobbs, Clay Quinn, and Chip McDaniel
Blaine Balliet, Clair Balliet, David Balliet, Marge Anna Caston, Rena Padachy, Tammy Kelley, Mike Kelley, Kayse Kelley, Aza Tuminello, Patti Toon, Larry Toon, Patricia Grinald, and Richard Grinald
Young Women’s Preparatory Network EmpowerHER Dinner Patron Party
DANNY CAMPBELL
Date & Place: February 19, Highland Park home of Joyce and Larry Lacerte
Cause: Supporting single-gender, college-preparatory, public education in Texas and beyond, giving young women the academic and leadership skills to achieve success in college and in life.
Chairs: Regina Bruce and Dr. Carla Russo
Honorary Chairs: The Women of the Lacerte Family: Joyce Lacerte, Quincy Lacerte, Madison Lacerte, Monroe Lacerte, Megan Barrie-Schwarz, and Harriet Lacerte
Sponsors: Westwood Wealth Management (presenting sponsor), Lone Star Monarchs/ Regina Bruce and John Pickett (patron party sponsors), and Schorr Law Firm PC (valet sponsor)
Notable: The sold-out inaugural EmpowerHER Dinner, featuring five female celebrity chefs, raised $101,500 in net proceeds to further the education of young women at its two Dallas County Schools: Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School and the Young Women’s STEAM Academy at Balch Springs.
Jeanne Lewis, Diane Moten, with Laura and Hannah Wells
Lynn Meggers and Kate Kettles
Sandra Taylor and Jordan Shelby
Scott Douglas, Kunthear Mam-Douglas, with Kelly and Geoffrey Schorr
Anna Berman, Debbie Murray, Cindy Ryan, and Elizabeth Smith
Quincy Lacerte, Lynn McBee and Monroe Lacerte with YWPN Students
Joe Russo, Dr. Carla Russo, Regina Bruce and John Pickett
Joyce Lacerte
Freed People’s The One Gala
Date & Place: May 1, Union Station Dallas
Cause: Confronting the reality of child trafficking and mobilizing action across Texas and beyond. The evening honored the progress made, the survivors rescued, and the supporters who make it all possible.
Chairs: Angela Thorne and Caitlin Carpenter
Sponsors: H-E-B, Diageo, PowerHouse Foundation, Powerhouse Staffing, Powerhouse, Gravity Management, Wood Haus, PetSet, and Mountain Movers Facades
Notable: More than 500 guests heard directly from Freed People recovery teams, a Homeland Security Special Agent, and Founder & CEO Matt Shelton, who provided a behind-the-scenes look into the fight to locate and recover exploited women and children. The evening highlighted VISION, Freed People’s proprietary technology platform designed to accelerate the identification and recovery of missing children. While many missing children listed through the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children can remain unidentified for extended periods, VISION is helping teams locate victims in a matter of days. The event raised more than $921,000 to support ongoing recovery operations, the expansion of VISION technology, and long-term survivor care efforts.
Beth Niemann, Kakki Pittman, Michele Simmonds, Lizbeth Escobedo, Kristy Mackey, and Amy Winters
Carmen Shelton and Angela Thorne Jimmy and Lisa Lemons
Emma Daprile, Aly Birdwell, Vivian Galusha, Charlotte Russell, and Gaby Trujillo
Adam Micheli, Mike Hartnagle, Lanier Hartnagle, and Megan Micheli
Amanda and Michael Wroughton
Dave Bream and Tammy Watters with Brooke and Isaac Grier
Matt and Holly Fisher Shelly Sanders, Shannon Daniels, Tracy Sheffer, and Melanie Cliftonoto
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VANESSA GAVALYA
Make-A-Wish North Texas’ 2026 Wish Night Gala
Date & Place: May 2, the Omni Dallas Hotel
Cause: Granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses across North Texas
Chairs: Amy and Marty Brimmage
Notable: The black-tie gala broke records by raising nearly $3.2 million, double the previous year’s total. More than $1 million was secured before the event began through sponsorships and ticket sales, while Fund-A-Wish generated more than $1 million, the live auction raised over half a million dollars and the silent auction exceeded $100,000. The evening also highlighted the organization’s “Two Years, Too Long” campaign focused on eliminating the wait for every eligible child to receive their wish.
KELLY ALEXANDER
Ryan and Chelsea Chismark
Wes McCormak and Daniel Kuhn
Amy and Marty Brimmage
Maelyn Jarmon
Dr. Gary Donovitz and Becky Donovitz
Liyana Hunter
Austin and Katherine Wyker
Alden and Holt Price, Kim Elenez, Marty, Amy, and Trey Brimmage, Victori Roca, Rylee Kate and Lacey Adkins, and Elizabeth and Catherine Brimmage
Brendan Harrington, Lauren Zapin, Russ Webb, Susan Watt, Jaime Wester, Andy Dunning, Erica Syvrud, and Daniel Syvrud
Holt Price
Junior Achievement of Dallas' 2026 Dallas Business Hall of Fame
BRAD NEWTON/GRANT MILLER PHOTOGRAPHY
Date & Place: March 28, Omni Dallas Hotel
Cause: Junior Achievement of Dallas’ mission is to inspire and prepare young people for success in a global economy.
Sponsors: Presenting Sponsor Ryan; Achievement Sponsors DHD Films, Oncor, and PepsiCo; Elite Sponsors Hillwood, Huffines Foundation, The Men and Women of Hunt Consolidated, Inc., McLane Food Service, and Turtle Creek Wealth Advisors; Leadership Sponsors BravoTECH, The Brierley Group, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and Southwest Airlines
Notable: The gala raised $1.4 million, honored four laureates, and welcomed a surprise appearance by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, who personally contributed $25,000.
Allen Nye, Steven Williams, Susan Adzick, Phillip Huffines, and Chris LaTurno
Jorge Corral
Dak Prescott
Brint Ryan and Herb Weitzman
Margo and Jim Keyes
Hilda and Mike Galvan
Reggie and Ardina Colby
Ascend Dallas' Pop, Fizz, Clink!
TAMYTHA
Date & Place: May 1, the Fairmont Hotel Cause: Raising funds to empower women, fight poverty, and impact generations.
Chairs: Grace Cook (Chair) and Jennifer Sampson, McDermott Templeton President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas (Honorary Chair)
Sponsors: Oncor, Favorite Brands, Sewell, David and Mary Henderson, Bradley, Deloitte, The Freeman Company, Hudson Peters Commercial, Katten, Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann, Origin Bank, The Pipkin Law Firm, Texas Women’s Foundation, Vanguard, Karen Perry Ashmore, Bridgela Davis and Carmen Medrano Cary, Carol and Don Glendenning, Dr. and Mrs. Stephen and Monique Hohmann, Tyler and Sheila Jones, Paige Kendrick, Melissa Sherrill Martin, Cally and Bill Miltenberger, Regina Montoya and Paul Coggins, Sharon Young, and Prashe.
Notable: The fifth annual Pop, Fizz, Clink! brought together legendary Dallas philanthropists Grace Cook and the United Way’s Jennifer Sampson, along with community members and event emcee Laura Harris of NBC 5, for a bubbly brunch with a purpose. Guests enjoyed Thai-inspired bites while raising $450,000 to advance Ascend Dallas’ economic empowerment programs for the women of Dallas. The event also recognized community leader Carrie Freeman Parsons with the Ebby Empowering Women Award.
Jennifer Sampson, Mary McDermott Cook, and Emily Bywaters
Grace Cook and Laura Harris
Shonn Brown, Kate Rose Marquez, and Michelle Thomas
Dandy Killeen, Domonique Hollins, Betsy Dixon, and Chantel Boudreaux
Renda Mathew and Neena Newberry
Mary Goodrich Nix and Natascha Hood
Monique Hohmann, Tanya Foster, and Tracy Lange
Jessica Khan, Rachel Scoggins Taylor, and Melissa Smrekar
Carrie Freeman Parsons
CAMERON
Alzheimer’s Association’s Imagine A World Without Alzheimer’s Luncheon
Date & Place: May 14, Brookhaven Country Club
Cause: The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
Notable: Steve Eagar, KDFW FOX 4 News Anchor and Reporter, served as Master of Ceremonies. Dr. William Goette, a clinical neuropsychologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center, was the featured speaker. Dr. Goette’s research focuses on the development of new psychometric methods and assessment measures that can improve the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Mission Moment Guests Luke and Paula Davis shared their powerful and personal journey navigating Luke’s diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.
DANNY CAMPBELL
Jenni Knutson and Jim Atkins
Melonie Carnegie and Saralyn Hanford Steve Eagar
Amanda Howard, Zhenya Wood, Marissa Leschber, and Kelee Norris
Paula and Luke Davis
Byron Westbrook and Tracy Denton
Dr. William Goette
Back Row: Anna Berman, Debbie Wimpee, Rachel Snyder, Kelly Harris, Regina Bruce, Debbie Murray, and Jeanne Lewis Front Row: Elizabeth Smith, Cari Martin, and Cynthia Seskes
Friends of the Katy Trail Spring Member Party
Date & Place: April 22, Caffe Lucca
Cause: The Friends of the Katy Trail keeps the Katy Trail clean, safe, and beautiful.
Notable: J ason Garrett, the owner of Caffe Lucca, graciously opened his new restaurant steps from the Katy Trail to support members of Friends of the Katy Trail at their Spring Member Party.
Friends of
the Katy Trail
Annual Spring Donor Party
Date & Place: April 29, Home of Janelle and Alden Pinnell
Cause: The Friends of the Katy Trail keeps the Katy Trail clean, safe, and beautiful.
Notable: At the Pinnells’ art-filled home, Katy Trail leadership provided trail updates, including about the KTX Biennial, a first of its kind in Texas public art exhibition that will debut on the trail in April 2027.
BREE REDWINE
SYLVIA ELZAFON
Jeff Netzer, Brandon Bean, David Rea, and Brian Callahan
Amy Bean and Lyda Hill
Taylor Frank and Cristina Salas
Karen Pollock and Laura Koonsman
Ann Wood, Mark Pierce, Wesley Harder, and Amy Bean
Michael Rogers and Mary Perkins Rogers
Jason Garrett, Beth Hook, and Newt Walker
Jenny Lardner
Ronald McDonald House of Dallas' Rock the House
Date & Place: April 17, Echo Lounge & Music Hall
Cause: Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, which provides a warm, safe home away from home for families with children receiving medical care. The house’s support enables families to stay together and focus solely on their child’s health.
Chairs: Melanie Chesney, Ana Essl, and Heidi Vassa
Notable: During the event, Ronald McDonald House of Dallas presented the Estess-Fuller Heart of Gold Award to Nancy Nasher and David Haemisegger in recognition of their generosity, leadership, and lasting impact on the organization.
PHOTO BOOTHS
Brittany Claybourne, Anyika Herod, and Micah Claybourne Haylie Crouch, Jill Cumnock, Cate Ford, and Meredith Clavenna
Richard Chesney and the Signed Sealed Delivered band
Texas Woman’s University Dallas Leadership Luncheon
Date & Place: Feb. 17, Hilton Anatole
Cause: Graduate Scholarship
Chairs: Lindsay Billingsley, Lucy Burns, Sumner Billingsley, Lucy Billingsley (Honorary Chair) and Ralph Hawkins (Honorary Chair Emeritus)
Sponsors: Major sponsors included the Jane Bosart Foundation, the Billingsley/ Burns Family, Luther King Capital Management, the Jane Nelson Institute for Women’s Leadership at Texas Woman’s University, Lyda Hill Philanthropies, and Sue S. Bancroft.
Notable: A highlight of the program was a conversation between Lee Cullum and her granddaughter, Lili Clark, a senior associate at Lyda Hill Philanthropies. Cullum shared intriguing anecdotes from her journalism career, including encounters with global leaders such as Nelson Mandela and Margaret Thatcher.
Rena Pederson and Mary Suhm
Hal Brierley, Myrna Schlegel, Kathryn Hall, Diane Brierley, and Dr. Kern Wildenthal
TEXAS WOMEN'S UNIVERSITY
Carol Brettell and Katherine Glaze Lyle
Lili Clark, Lee Cullum, and Dr. Carine Feyten
Barbara Glendenning and Leigh Glendenning Robertscwith with Don and Carol Glendenning
Joana May and Jennifer Chandler
Jim and Judy Gibbs with Brent Christopher Cristal Galvan, Shannon Mantaro, and Cristal Retana Lule
Lottye Brodskey-Lyle, Monica Christopher, and Margaret Black
TWU Mariachis
KidLinks' 16th Annual Symphony of Chefs
TAMYTHA CAMERON AND KELLY ALEXANDER
Date & Place: Feb. 23, The Astoria Event Venue
Cause: Benefiting KidLinks, a nonprofit committed to linking kids to healing, hope, and happiness through music and media.
Chairs: Lisa Sides and Eric Peters (CoChairs) with Jennie Kelley and Brandon Moore (Honorary Chef Chairs)
Sponsors: Concerto Sponsors: Bulwark Charitable Funds, Cristi and Kevin Ryan, and Urban Energy Funds; Sonata Sponsors: Haynes Boone, King & Spalding, Kirkland & Ellis, Moss Adams Baker Tilly, R-Squared Advisor Partners; Georgia and Marc Lyons; Wendy and Andrew Warden; Carmen and Brad Bright, Beth and Nick Garvey, Nichole and Dudley Jordan, and Tracy and Eric Peters; and many more sponsors.
Notable: The event raised more than $175,000 and included a four-course, wine-paired dinner prepared tableside by some of the most notable and talented chefs in the Dallas culinary scene. Featured hors d’oeuvre chef was Sezer Deniz, director of culinary at The Joule and CBD Provisions. Featured pastry chef was Rose de la Rosa, pastry chef, Wolfgang Puck Catering. Featured Dinner Chefs were: Justin Box, chef, Chef Justin Box; Aaron Collins, chef de cuisine, Café Momentum; Eric Dreyer, vice president of culinary operations, Freestone Lake and Golf Club; Marco Fortina, head chef, Terra at Eataly Dallas; Mollie Guerra, owner, Chef Mollie G, LLC; John Kleifgen, executive chef, Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse; Peja Krstić, chef and proprietor, Mot Hai Ba; Dan Landsberg, executive chef, The Texas Barn at Circle T Ranch; Giuliano Matarese, chef entrepreneur, Miss Pasta; Michael Matis, chef de cuisine, and Alex Morales, sous chef, Fearing’s Restaurant; Belal Kattan, chef and owner, Bazaar; honorary chef chairs Jennie Kelley and Brandon Moore, chefs and co-owners, Fond; Aubrey Murphy, executive chef, SĒR Steak + Spirits; Franchesca Nor, chef and owner, Dive Coastal Cuisine; Eduardo Osario, executive chef, Meridian; Nikky Phinyawatana, owner and CEO, Asian Mint Restaurant Group and chefnikky.com; Janice Provost, chef and owner, Parigi; Julian Rodarte, culinary director, Dee Lincoln Prime; Rodman Shields, senior director of culinary, Milkshake Concepts; Aaron Valimont, executive chef, Dolce Riviera; and Manny Vera, corporate chef partner, Truluck’s – Ocean’s Finest Seafood and Crab.
Julie and Kregg Jodie
Maddie and Mason Hornick
Sam and Stephanie Stoutner with Jamie and Elliot Gerson
Chase Hanna and Emcee Sarah Blaskovich
Featured Chefs of the 16th Annual Symphony of Chefs, including honorary chef chairs Jennie Kelley and Brandon Moore (second row, far right).
Emily Perry and Jim Newton
Greg and Jamie Lyons with Lindsey and Ryan Craig
Stuart and Lisa Sides with Tracy and Eric Peters
Brian and Ashley Riordan Eric and Evelyn Fry
American Heart Association's Go Red for Women National Wear Red Day Luncheon
Date & Place: Feb. 6, Dallas Country Club
Cause: Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association (AHA) is focused on combating cardiovascular diseases and stroke, the leading cause of death in women (and men).
Chairs: Regina Bruce and Dr. Carla Russo, Co-Founders of Lone Star Monarchs
Sponsors: CAPTRUST/John Pickett
Notable: The Go Red for Women National Wear Red Day Luncheon kicked off the Dallas Woman of Impact campaign, a competitive, nine-week national initiative to drive awareness and raise funds for women’s heart health. Regina Bruce was named the Dallas Woman of Impact Winner and National Runner-up in 2025, and Christina Reed was named the Dallas Woman of Impact Winner in 2026.
DANNY CAMPBELL
Jen McKee, Yamaceeta Thompson, Regina Bruce, Nikki Duncan, and Christina Reed
Kelly Schorr and Kunthear Mam-Douglas
Champions for AHA’s Go Red for Women
Lemoure Eliasson and Dr. Carla Russo
Carolyn Hudec, Ana Whitcomb, Melissa Clifton, and Meagan Johnson
Anna Berman and Natalja Sawal
Alia Reiners and Elizabeth Smith
The Stewpot's Soup's On Art Show & Luncheon
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Date & Place: Feb. 2, Thompson Dallas Hotel
Cause: Raising funds for The Stewpot, which helps people experiencing poverty and homelessness, including through programs that stabilize, house, and enrich the lives of our Dallas neighbors.
Chairs: Cory and Shane Bowen and Ashley and Danny Ellis (Co-Chairs) and Retired Dallas Regional Chamber president and CEO Dale Petroskey
Sponsors: Presented by H-E-B/Central Market
Notable: The luncheon with a theme of “Living in Harmony” featured an art show including 100 curated pieces of original art created by artists from The Stewpot Art Program, soups from 10 local celebrity chefs, and a meaningful conversation with luncheon speaker Hailee Kaleem Wright, a singer, songwriter, and actor. Wright spoke about overcoming homelessness twice on her rise to Broadway stardom, holding on to her faith and to little moments that helped her keep going, and the dignity she witnessed at The Stewpot that stood in contrast to her family’s dehumanizing experiences when seeking help. She surprised guests by singing “Firework” after an interview with NBC5’s Deborah Ferguson.
Tom and Karen Falk
Christy Coltrin with Jack and Brad Oldham
Chef Jeramie Robison
Shane and Cory Bowen, Deborah Ferguson, Hailee Kaleem Wright, Brenda Snitzer, Charlene Jin Lee, with Ashley and Danny Ellis
Christina Collins and Lynn Fisher
Nichelle Sullivan, Mabrie Jackson, Jessica Gonzales, and Chelsea Fletcher
Stacey Angel, Venise Stuart, and Sarah Hardin
Ray and Margie Francis
Highland Park Education Foundation's Lead for Tomorrow Campaign Celebration
GUY ROGERS
Date & Place: April 29, Dallas Country Club
Cause: Thanks to more than 200 donors, the Lead for Tomorrow endowment campaign goal of $40 million was surpassed more than a year early, concluding with $47.5 million in gifts and pledges. The Tartan Endowment has expanded from 50 funds in 2021 to more than 250 today, strengthening its impact on Highland Park ISD for generations to come.
Chairs: Cindy and Guy Kerr (Co-Chairs), Marla and Mike Boone, and Judy and Jim Gibbs (Honorary Chairs)
Notable: Over 200 supporters were greeted by student ambassadors from Highland Park High School as they enjoyed acoustic music from the Ray Johnston Band. HPEF executive director Meg Boyd, HPISD Superintendent Dr. Mike Rockwood, and campaign chairs Cindy and Guy Kerr delivered remarks. Guests were shown a video featuring messages of gratitude from HPISD teachers and staff, as well as HPHS student council officers and the campaign chairs. The evening’s highlight was a spectacular light show by Lightware Labs, which highlighted the donors’ extraordinary impact on the future of Highland Park ISD. Guests received a commemorative favor on their way out that included a framed watercolor print by
HPHS alumna Allison Hall Phillips.
James and Esther Choi
Mike Massad with Chuck Edwards
Chris Boyd, Mike Rockwood, and Bob White
Liz, Chris, and Cate Young
Maryann and Michael Denton
Mike and Marla Boone, Guy and Cindy Kerr, with Judy and Jim Gibbs
KidneyTexas, Inc. 2026 Runway Report
Luncheon & Fashion Show Awards Reveal
Junior League of Dallas' Platinum Dinner
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Date & Place: June 11, Zimmermann in NorthPark Center
Cause: KidneyTexas, Inc. provides funding to improve the treatment of kidney disease and other kindred or contributory diseases, to search for a cure and prevent those diseases, and to improve the care of those suffering from such diseases.
Chairs: Therese and Courtney Rourk and Susan Geyer (Honorary Chair)
Sponsors: Cindy Feld, Nikki Ramji, and Natalie and David Taylor
Notable: Award recipients were announced. Nancy Greenbach will receive the Sue Goodnight Award; Colby Hanks Baer will receive the Community Award; Emilynn Wilson will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award; and Angie Bullard will receive the Everson Walls Legacy Award. All the awards will be presented at the Runway Report Handbags and Heels Fashion Show and Luncheon on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Date & Place: March 11, DeGolyer House at the Dallas Arboretum
Cause: Celebrating the 2025-2026 year and recognizing top sponsors and donors.
Chairs: Sara Friedman, chair; Cindy Feld, honorary chair
Sponsors: The Dallas Foundation
Notable: The evening began with a 6 p.m. cocktail reception for sponsors, donors, members, and guests. Attendees enjoyed a champagne wall and exclusive docent-led tours of the historic DeGolyer House, which is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Texas Historic Landmark. The program concluded with a plated dinner complemented by live harp music, creating a refined backdrop for the evening’s celebrations.
Samantha Foster, Therese and Courtney Rourk, with Fran Cashen
Tonya Trest and Barbara Dianis
Patty Jo Turner
Nancy Greenbach with award recipients Donna Weitzman and Colby Baer
Marilyn Cline and Debbie Myres
GEORGE FIALA
Laura Johnson, Jessica Pantano, Stephanie Kaye Ramirez, Kiki Gao, Cathryn McClellan, Dr. Lindsay Davis, Lauren Combest, Caitlin Holcomb, Dulari Mehta, Michelle Prudhomme-Coleman and Katy Ratley
Joanna Clarke with Diana Hamilton
Rick and Angela Bettinger
Lyda Hill, Neall Rose, Mary Jalonick, and Gladys Kolenovsky
Matt and Priscilla Wood
Grant Halliburton Foundation's Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon
Date & Place: March 13, Omni Dallas Hotel
Cause: Promoting improved mental health and preventing suicide.
Chairs: Amy and Michael Roseman, Meredith and David Camp
Notable: Blue’s Clues original host Steve Burns shared his personal story of overcoming the clinical depression he suffered from while on the show. His advice: “What made the show work was the idea that I needed (help from) the home viewer,” Burns said. “‘Will you help me?’ I would ask (on the show.) It’s OK to ask for help. Make asking for help seem ordinary.”
SIMON LUNA STUDIOS
Grant Halliburton Foundation Staff
Lucy Witte with Lee Michaels
Kevin Hall and Elizabeth Carlock Phillips
Vanita and Alan Halliburton with Amy McCloskey
Carter, Meredith, and David Camp
Steve Burns
Amy, Robert, and Michael Roseman
Equest's 45th Annual Blue Ribbon Gala
Chi Omega Christmas Market 2025 Check Presentation
TAMYTHA CAMERON
Date & Place: April 25, Gilley's Dallas
Cause: Since 1981, Equest has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals with diverse needs by bringing hope and healing through equine assisted activities and therapies.
Chairs: Melinda and Mark Knowles (Gala Chairs), Lynn McBee (Honorary Chair), Nancy Carlson, Alison Malone, Stacey Walker (Gala Underwriting Co-Chairs), Maggie Cooke Kipp and Nancy Gopez (Auction CoChairs), Bonner Allen (Reservation Chair), and Amy Turner (Patron Party Chair).
Sponsors: Susan Schwartz, Leslie and Hawkins Golden, Carol and William Huckin, Cheryl and Craig Kinney, Lyda Hill, Lynn McBee, Meredith McKay, Felicia and Michael Powell, Sara and Robert Rockey, Natalie and David Taylor, Sam and Helga Feldman Foundation, Connie and Marc Sigel, Kate and Rawleigh Ralls, and Condon Tobin, Sladek Sparks Nerenberg PLLC.
Notable: A sold-out crowd of 600 guests gathered for an elegant “Run for the Roses”-themed evening. The celebration featured the presentation of two of Equest’s highest honors. Carol Huckin received the 2026 Citation Award, which is named for the legendary American Thoroughbred and presented to a champion within Equest who exemplifies a spirit of excellence. Leslie and Hawkins Golden were honored with the Founders Award, established in recognition of Equest co-founder Susan Neustadt Schwartz and awarded to individuals whose lifelong commitment has advanced Equest’s mission of improving lives through equine-assisted services. The evening marked 45 years of transformative impact and raised critical support for Equest’s equine-assisted programs.
GEORGE
Date & Place: Jan. 13, SPCA of Texas Headquarters
Cause: The Chi Omega Christmas Market raises funds to support North Texas nonprofits and collegiate scholarships, providing critical resources for organizations that serve children, families, individuals in need, the arts, and animal welfare across the community.
Chairs: Karen Hunt, Debbie Lang, and Nancy Woodall (Co-Chairs)
Notable: Dallas-area Chi Omega Alumnae announced a record-breaking $582,200 in funding raised through the 48th-annual Chi Omega Christmas Market. The funds were distributed to Beacon Hill, Broadway Dallas, Community Partners of Dallas, Connecting Point of Park Cities, Make-A-Wish North Texas, New Friends New Life, Sleep in Heavenly Peace TX–Dallas/Fort Worth, SPCA of Texas, and The Magdalen House, while also supporting collegiate scholarships.
Emcee Calvert Collins-Bratton with Committee Chairs Maggie Cooke Kipp, Bonner Allen, and Nancy Gopez
Lynn McBee and Melina Knowles Equest CEO Eric Lindh
Carol Huckin, Paige and Chuck Locke, with Lisa Laughlin
Award recipients Leslie and Hawkins Golden
FIALA
Dawn Christenson, Sue Bailey, Nancy Himes, Sally Larroca, and Anne Tudhope Debbie Trimble, Charnella Derry, and Chris Luna
Emily Blair
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's 2026 Fashion Notes
Date & Place: April 29, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
Cause: The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League, which champions music education and community programming across North Texas.
Chairs: Anne and Bill Seanor (Honorary Chairs), Meredith Connally, Amy Green, and Elizabeth St. Marie (Co-Chairs).
Notable: The Italian-inspired affair with a “LimonCELLO” theme featured a champagne reception, seated luncheon, live auction, and runway presentation. 2026 Fashion Notes Designer Award recipient Mackenzie Brittingham presented a bespoke runway collection that drew inspiration from Italy’s landscapes and translated a strong sense of place into couture form. In a signature Fashion Notes tradition, members of the Dallas Symphony family modeled throughout the show, adding a meaningful and personal dimension to the presentation.
DAVID TRUONG & ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Amy Green, Anne Seanor, Claire Catrino, Mackenzie Brittingham, Meredith Connally, and Elizabeth St. Marie
Faith and Blake Baldwin
Matt Severs and Mackenzie Brittingham
Lindsay Hall and Sarah Bowlby
Mackenzie Brittingham, center, with models showcasing her latest couture collection inspired by Italian landscapes
Park Cities Learning Differences Association Pool & Garden Party
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Date & Place: April 16, home of former Highland Park Mayor Margo Goodwin and her husband, Bill.
Cause: The volunteer-led nonprofit is celebrating 50 years of advocating for the education and well-being of children who learn differently in Highland Park ISD schools.
Chairs: Kelly and Geoffrey Schorr (in honor of their son, Emerson) Honorary Chair: Dr. Cynthia Hollingshead
Sponsors: Lone Star Monarchs, Schorr Law Firm, Ben E. Keith Co., Fort Loan Services, Elliott & Elliott/Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, and Privé Aesthetics
Notable: The event hosted by Margo, Bill, Tara, and Brady Goodwin raised net proceeds of $16,000. Separately, John Pickett presented a grant of $2,500 from the CAPTRUST Community Foundation to help fund technology and sensory equipment for students with learning differences.
DANNY CAMPBELL
TONY GRIMES
Kelly Schorr, (center) with Debbie Murray, Lauran Grant, Anna Berman, Elizabeth Smith, Kunthear Mam-Douglas, Jeanne Lewis, Regina Bruce, and Cathy Amos
Highlander String Orchestra
Anne-Eliese Raya, Margaret Chambless, Vivien Wong, and Krystal Collins
Amber Burks, Alicia Seeton and Krista Perinne
Geoffrey and Kelly Schorr, Dr. Cynthia Hollingshead, and Terry Hollingshead Margo and Bill Goodwin
Dr. Scott Douglas, Kunthear Mam-Douglas, Regina Bruce, and John Pickett
Back Row: Jennifer Barrow, Andrea Layne, Amanda Horner, Tara Goodwin and Laura McCallan
Middle Row: Vivien Wong, Jane Butler, Amy Zahodnik and Lauren Gambordella Front Row: Laura Walker, Kelly Schorr and Tiffin Hanna
Highland Park Education Foundation
Mad for Plaid Patron Party
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Date & Place: March 5, The Home of Haylie and Bert Crouch
Cause: Supporting Highland Park ISD’s most critical budget needs, which currently include raising teacher and staff salaries.
Chairs: Lauren and Rob Langley, Julie Lin and Rich Rosalez, Allison and Ryan Small, and Claire and Tobin Swope
Sponsors: Vista Bank
Notable: Thanks to the success of the 2025-2026 Mad for Plaid campaign, HPEF was able to grant $1.8 million to Highland Park ISD. The Patron Party recognized donors who gave at the $1,000 level and up. Guests enjoyed sips and bites followed by remarks from Foundation and District leadership.
SWAIL
Elizabeth Thayer Speicher and Drew Speicher
Haylie and Bert Crouch
Laurie Wright, Lynn Abbott, Barbara Horn, and Gail Clark
Kelly Christian, Catherine Seals, Jamie Whatley, Kristen Hillman, and Amy Benson
Lyndal and Richie Greth
Diana Wong and Sylvia Karmanoff
Alice and Jim Skinner
Hao Ni, Chris Petit, Rich Rosalez, and Julie Lin
Junior League of Dallas' Women's Leadership Summit
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Date & Place: Feb. 13, Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
Cause: The annual Women’s Leadership Summit is one of JLD’s signature leadership training events dedicated to learning, connecting, and inspiring. Guests included dynamic speakers and community leaders who have broken barriers and forged new paths.
Notable: The third-annual Women’s Leadership Summit convened 200 women for a day of leadership development and connection centered on “Fueling Connections to Champion Impact.” The program featured executive coach and facilitator Renita Joyce Smith of Leap Forward Coaching & Consulting; a keynote conversation with Jennifer Chandler, head of philanthropic solutions at Bank of America, and Rachel Davis Mersey, executive vice president and provost at Southern Methodist University, moderated by Dulari Mehta, JLD Training vice president; and a Women in Sports panel featuring Eunice Nakamura, senior vice president and general counsel for the Texas Rangers, Monica Paul, executive director of the Dallas Sports Commission and president of the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee, and Sam Erger, head coach of SMU volleyball, moderated by JLD President Dr. Lindsay R. Davis.
ENGAGE
Laura Johnson, Keisha Dragone, Dulari Mehta, Dr. Lindsay Davis, Lauren Combest, Michelle Prudhomme-Coleman, and Cathryn McClellan
Leap Forward Coaching & Consulting CEO Renita Joyce Smith
Megan Nichols, Cynthia Platero, Eleanor Putnam, and Elizabeth Cruz Brown
Rachel Davis Mersey and Jennifer Chandler
20th Anniversary of A Writer's Garden Announcement Party
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Date & Place: June 16, The Home of Suzanne Caruso
Cause: Since 1982, the major goal of the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has been the design, construction, funding, and endowment of A Woman’s Garden, a principal garden at the Dallas Arboretum. A Woman’s Garden is the only public garden in the United States conceived by women, funded by the efforts of women, and dedicated to the spirit of women.
Chairs: Renee Farren (Announcement Party Chair), Dorothea Meltzer (A Writer’s Garden Chair), Rose Gault (Women’s Council President)
Sponsors: Linda and Frank Spina
Notable: Meltzer revealed that the theme of the 20th Anniversary A Writer’s Garden will be “Garden Bliss Magical Abundance.” Featured speakers at the event on Nov. 10, 2026 will be the team of Edmund Hollander and Melissa Reavis, partners of Hollander Design Landscape Architects, and Ngoc Minh Ngo, an author, photographer, and speaker widely regarded as one of the world’s most poetic landscape and botanical photographers. More details about the literary symposium and luncheon are available by visiting wcdabg.org.
Dorothea Meltzer, Renee Farren, Suzanne Caruso, and Rose Gault
Joni Krieg, Nancy Hiles, and Renee Deering
Nikki Beneke and Jo Anne McCullough
Anne Seanor with Linda Spina
JoAnn Terrill and Regina Bruce Tanya Vittitow, Annette LaRue, and Christy Doramus
Mari Epperson and Nancy Bierman
Michelle Mew and Susan Banks
Dallas Historical Society's A Night At The Museum — Unveiling a New Era of Discovery
ROB WYTHE/WYTHE PORTRAIT STUDIO
Date & Place: Jan. 22, Hall of State at Fair Park
Cause: Dallas Historical Society
Sponsors: Moody Foundation
Notable: The Moody Digital Immersive Learning Experience is a bilingual, free exhibition made possible by a $1 million grant from the Moody Foundation, which advances innovative educational initiatives that preserve and share Texas history. The grant ensures that the exhibition has a dynamic content management system that enables it to evolve over time, allowing the Dallas Historical Society to update text, move activation points, and rotate content. The Moody Digital Immersive Learning Experience is fully aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR.) Educators receive detailed post-visit reports showing student performance by TEKS standard, identifying which concepts were mastered and where reteaching may be needed, insights that turn a museum visit into actionable classroom data.
Jack Edmondson portraying Sam Houston interacting with the AR Sam Houston statue
Nicola Longford with Dr. Raymund King
Executive Director Karl Chiao and Elaine Chiao with Regina Bruce and John Pickett
Jennifer Chen and Cade Northcutt
Veletta and John Lill
Kunthear Mam-Douglas and Anna Berman
