Scene Around Town, Katy Trail Weekly (April 2, 2021)
As the Katy Trail Weekly’s Society Editor I oversee the publication's Scene Around Town feature, which shines a spotlight on nonprofit and community events each week. In the April 2-8 issue, I was pleased to spotlight Dallas Junior Forum’s efforts to provide financial assistance to their non-profit Agency Partners to restore damage incurred from the unprecedented recent winter storm that hit Dallas several weeks ago causing burst pipes, devastating damage and substantial losses. Dallas Junior Forum organized quickly were able to immediately activate $25,000 in funding assistance from their Benevolent Fund which is dedicated to providing special and emergency assistance when and where needed. Agencies receiving funds include: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center; The Family Place; Juliette Fowler Communities, including Ebby House; Hope’s Door New Beginning Center; Network of Community Ministries; and The Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.
Jolie Humphrey, chair of Mad Hatter’s Tea: Out of Africa Into the Garden announces production of a limited-edition custom silk scarf created by nationally renowned artist Barbara Elam, who also created the event’s poster and logo. The scarf is 100% silk twill measuring 40”x 40” and features a hand-rolled hem. Cost is $185. It highlights the magnificent animal life, savannahs, rain forests and coastal areas, which are all part of Africa’s special appeal and inspiration. Bold colorful blooms, exotic plants and rare species native to the continent are world-renowned for their great beauty and horticultural diversity. Elam’s artwork brilliantly captures the theme of this year’s Mad Hatter’s Tea with its whimsical animals and vibrant flowers in this exquisite, commemorative silk scarf. The scarf can be purchased through the Women’s Council website or on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Mad Hatter’s Tea at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
This year's annual Savor the Symphony fundraiser benefiting the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League will be held as a hybrid event – ticket holders can enjoy the event in person at the Ritz-Carlton or they can opt to have their three-course dinner delivered to their home with the event program streamed directly to them. For those attending in person, Savor the Symphony will be an elegant evening with a three-course dinner and silent auction held at the Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, on Thursday, April 29. The evening will begin with a champagne reception and silent auction followed by a seated dinner and program at 7:15 p.m.
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