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Sorority Recruitment Forum For Seniors 2023

The Experience Is Not Defined By The Letters But By The Woman

GCS MOMS LEAGUE HOSTING ANNUAL CHILDREN’S EXPO

The GCS Moms League will feature an array of youth activities at its annual Children’s Expo, set for 9am to noon Saturday, March 25 at First United Methodist Church of Colleyville (1000 Church Street). The free event is open to the public and will feature music, a bounce house and other items for attendees. More than 20 Tarrant County businesses will spotlight classes, camps and activities available for area children. “The Children’s Expo is a wonderful way for area parents to become familiar with what the Mid-Cities can offer our children,” said club president Amanda Chambers. “We are very excited to partner with some of the com munity’s premier businesses to inform the public of the excellent opportunities that are available .” Comprised of Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake mothers, the GCS league was launched in 1994 to serve area families. The non-profit’s current membership stands at 300-plus members residing in the 3 founding suburbs, plus Bedford, Euless, Hurst, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, NRH, Keller and Watauga. Expo sponsorships are still available—contact the president.

visit: gcsmomsleague.org

The Mid-Cities Panhellenic Association will Zoom host the annual Sorority Recruitment Forum on Sunday, February 26, 2023, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to inform high school senior girls about the college sorority recruitment basic process and the importance of a great resume. We will review nationwide requirements and processes that Seniors can start on now, before high school graduation. The Forum is free and open to all high school senior girls. Registration opens January 2, 2023. Students RSVP individually by filling out a PNM (Potential New Member) registration at midcitiespanhellenic.com. We will send you the Zoom code in February. Moms are welcome to attend in your daughter’s Zoom room. The Mid-Cities area, located northeast of Fort Worth, includes the independent school districts of Birdville, Carroll, Grapevine-Colleyville, HEB, Keller, and Northwest and the area private schools. Mid-Cities Panhellenic also awards scholarships to collegiate sorority women from the Mid-Cities area . Established in 1975, the Mid-Cities Panhellenic Association was founded to help educate high school senior women about sorority recruitment and to support women’s fraternities by promoting common values, education, leadership, friendship, cooperation and citizenship. Affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), Mid-Cities Panhellenic membership is open to any alumnae affiliated with a national Greek sorority. Find them on Facebook or visit: midcitiespanhellenic.com

EARTHX BRINGS LEADING THINKERS & INNOVATORS TOGETHER WORLD’S LARGEST ENVIRONMENTAL EXPO

EarthX, which was started as a predominantly consumer event more than a decade ago, has evolved into the world’s largest green gathering, convening heads of industry, thought leaders, investors, innovators, researchers, policymakers and the everyday global citizen. But the massive event and expo brings more than products and ideas geared for consumers. As a part of the three-day event, April 21-23 at Dallas’ Fair Park, EarthX is launching the Business and Innovation Pavilion, a multi-focal opportunity for top business leaders to share best practices and meet the next generation of sustainability-minded business innovators and researchers.

“In 2021, a new company relocated to Texas every six days. As part of our Earth Day 2023 event, EarthX is fostering a business-to-business experience highlighting the increasingly important role corporations play in industry, commerce and sustainability,” explained EarthX Executive Vice President Keith Bass. “We’re inviting America’s most innovative businesses and universities to participate and share their sustainable business practices.”

Three key components lead the Business and Innovation Pavilion. First, the EarthX Natural Resource Reduction Challenge highlights businesses that are creating meaningful sustainability and resource impacts without negative fiscal impact. Second, a College Communications Competition showcases the ideas of the country’s leading scholars in the environmental and natural sciences. Finally, the Innovator Commercialization Showcase provides a forum designed to showcase innovations created by invited business startups hoping to commercialize their products and services with industries faced with sustainability challenges. North Texas-based Commercial Metals Company (CMC) will sponsor this innovative experience. The synergy between natural resource companies and sustainably-minded innovators is perfect for the century-old company with roots in the Fair Park area. Beginning as a metals recycling company in 1915, CMC has expanded and evolved into a leader in sustainable steelmaking and construction solutions.

EarthX founder Trammell S. Crow believes the future of EarthX must include participation of business and industry as partners in creating a better tomorrow.

“EarthX is about balance. We’re working to create awareness of the muchneeded balance between ensuring a clean and sustainable environment and a healthy economy,” Crow explained. “Because many commercial and industrial businesses contribute to natural resource consumption, we must have active involvement from the business and innovation community. Having these thought leaders engage with the public and with each other is core to the mission of the EarthX Conference & Expo.” for information on attending or participating in EarthX, visit: earthx.org/expo

Library Champions Learning Technology Fundraiser

You are invited to check out the Library Foundation of Southlake (LFOS) handson Learning Technology Fundraiser. The Library Foundation of Southlake has launched its first fundraiser to support the Southlake Public Library’s hands-on learning initiatives. The LFOS is raising funds needed to donate interactive early learning systems that include games that make learning computer coding and second languages fun while educational. “The Library Foundation of Southlake is a 501c3 non-profit committed to the support and success of the Southlake Public Library through its advocacy, fundraising, and engagement that delights and benefits the community,” said President Lori Burr, a Southlake resident and avid library user. “The library of today is so much more than books. I know first-hand the value of these interactive tools from taking my four grandchildren to the library. I know these additional educational resources will be a big hit with students and adults of all ages.” Founded in 2022, the LFOS sees its role as fundamental in expanding the library’s current capability. Efforts of the LFOS are guided by an extensive library survey conducted in 2021, feedback generated through community discussions, and the expert guidance of the dedicated library staff. Donations to the LFOS are tax deductible. Individuals who donate $500 or more will receive a yard sign in recognition of being a Champion of the Library Foundation of Southlake. Those donating more than $1,000 will receive a yard sign and a tote bag. Together, we can help start the next chapter of the Southlake Public Library. – visit: libraryfs.org/donate (or) libraryfs.org

DFW GOLF SHOW WILL TAKE PLACE MARCH 17-19, 2023 BERKSHIRE TO DEMONSTRATE WORLD LEVEL SPEEDS

The DFW Golf Show, brought to you by Welcoming Sponsor Corona Premier, is excited to announce that the World Long Drive Champion and former UNT golfer, Kyle Berkshire, will be hitting at world level speeds on the Main Stage at the 11th Annual DFW Golf Show. US Women’s Open champion and DFW local Brittany Lang will return as a celebrity guest and golf comedy group Country Club Adjacent will take the Main Stage. The DFW Golf Show will take place March 17-19, 2023 at a new venue: Esports Stadium Arlington & Expo Center in Arlington (1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011). The show schedule is Friday 11 am - 5 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. The threeday event will feature dozens of vendors to shop with, interactive games, golf fittings, and entertainment for the whole family!

The Main Stage features a complete indoor golf simulator so stars like Berkshire can show off their swing and give live tips on how to hit like a World Long Drive Champion. Last year’s Main Stage featured a live presentation by celebrity Tisha Alyn, golf pro Cristie Kerr, and a Dallas Cowboys panel featuring players Demarcus Lawrence, Tyrone Crawford and Brice Butler. All attendees will get the chance to take pictures with the pro golfers at the Corona Premier 19th Hole and Photo Op Zone. VIP guests will even have exclusive events with the celebrities in the Tanglewood Resort VIP Lounge featuring Balcones Distilling. Each day features tons of activities for golf enthusiasts such as the Veritex Bank Championship Short Game Central and the Long Putt brought to you by the Charles Schwab Challenge.

Tickets are available now at dfwgolfshow.com. Early bird general admission tickets are $15 online. Kids 12 and under get in free. VIP tickets are available for $169 and include 3-day Access to the DFW Golf Show, an open bar on Friday and Saturday from 3-5 pm, access to the VIP Lounge and VIP-only celebrity events, rounds at Tanglewood Resort and RB Golf Club & Resort (carts included!), a member for a day at Coyote Ridge Golf Club, and tickets to the AT&T Byron Nelson, Ascendant LPGA, Charles Schwab Challenge, and Veritex Bank Championship. A Platinum VIP ticket is available for $499, which includes a twonight Play & Stay Package at Tanglewood Resort, a foursome round at RB Golf Club & Resort, a free round of golf at Texas Rangers Golf Club, a member for a day at Coyote Ridge Golf Club, tickets to the AT&T Byron Nelson, Ascendant LPGA, Charles Schwab Challenge, and Veritex Bank Championship, Forefathers and Boge Golf swag, and a private range lesson with a Korn Ferry pro at Texas Rangers Golf Club during the Veritex Bank Championship. Get tickets here.

For the 11th consecutive year, the DFW Golf Show will treat attendees to the latest and greatest in golf. In addition to huge savings and a first look at the newest clubs, enjoy Main Stage talks with celebrities and golf professionals, golf fitness, kids areas, a 19th hole lounge and fun tests of skill.

for more information, visit: dfwgolfshow.com

Waltz Across Texas For The American Cancer Society

Join the American Cancer Society at the Waltz Across Texas Gala at the Austin Ranch at 2009 Anderson Gibson Road located in Grapevine. The party starts at 6:30pm with guests enjoying dinner and some fancy waltzing and boot scooting to a variety of music. More fun follows by both a live and a silent auction, as well as wine and liquor pulls. Waltz Across Texas is a unique way to bring happiness and hope right here in our own community. It’s helping to raise funds and awareness supporting cancer research, educational programs, patient services and advocacy through the American Cancer Society. General admission tickets are $100 per person and here are sponsorship options:

Gold Sponsor $10,000

Two reserved tables of 10. Recognition in invitation. Recognition on website and social media. Full-page in event program.

Silver Sponsor $5,000

One reserved tables of 10. Recognition in invitation. Recognition on website and social media. Half-page in event program.

Bronze Sponsor $2,500 visit: waltzTX/givesmart.com

One reserved tables of 10. Recognition in invitation. Recognition on website and social media. Qtr-page in event program.

Table Sponsor $1,500 ............................

One reserved tables of 10. Table Signage.

Join the American Cancer Society on Friday, March 31, 2023 for a one-of-a-kind evening, featuring great food, dancing, a spectacular auction and much more. With your support, the American Cancer Society saves lives by helping people stay well and get well by finding cures and by fighting back against cancer.

Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Bring National Parks To Galleria Dallas

Everyone has a favorite Girl Scout cookie type (personally I’m a thin mint addict), but have you ever thought about what could be done with all of those cookie boxes? Teams of Girl Scouts 6th-12th grade will come together, with support from some of North Texas’ leading engineers and architects, to show us what can be done.

Cookie Box Creations returns to Galleria Dallas on Sunday, February 26, and it will feature teams of girls building structure in homage to their favorite National Parks. These amazing structures will remain up at Galleria Dallas for a month and is free to the public.

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, The Cookie Box Creations design contest is returning this year, sponsored by Amazon. Six teams of Girl Scouts in grades 6-12 will partner with local architects and engineers to build National Park-themed structures out of cookie boxes. Creations will be on display at Galleria Dallas through March 26, allowing visitors to experience six national landmarks from across the United States without leaving their local community. A panel of experts will judge the works based on creativity, engineering difficulty, use of color and materials, and adherence to contest rules. Visitors can vote for the 'People's Choice Award' using QR codes near each structure. Winners will be announced at the exhibit close.

Cookie Box Creations demonstrates Girl Scouts' relevant programming, community partnerships and hands-on learning experiences. The program enables girls to develop leadership and problem-solving skills and encourages an interest in STEM.

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Live Build

Sunday, February 26, 8am-12pm

Viewing & Voting

February 26 through March 26, 10am-8pm

Galleria Dallas

13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, Texas 75240

Exhibit will be on Level I near Sephora galleriadallas.com/programs/events