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SocialWhirl.com is honored to sponsor the 23rd Annual Bobby Norris Roundup for Autism “Diamonds In The Rough” - Dallas Party Pics
Ongoing until December 31, 2011: Fund-A-Cause
The Bobby Norris Roundup for Autism, a three day event spanning the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, was held September 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2011, chaired by Heather Russell and Gina Marx. |
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The Roundup for Autism, founded in 1988, is solely designed to raise funds for the Autism Treatment Centers of Texas (ATC) and has raised over $3 million dollars, making it one of the largest autism-related fundraising events in the State of Texas.
The theme of the 23rd Annual event, ”Diamonds in the Rough,” is indicative of the principle that each individual with autism is uniquely spectacular and extraordinary.
"Diamonds in the Rough" was the theme of the black-tie gala co-chaired by Dee Carter and Sharon Folsom.
Saturday, September 10th was the final day for the weekend Roundup for Autism events. The Pegasus Ball, a black-tie formal event, was held in the Regency Ballroom of the Fairmont Dallas hotel with Dee Carter and Sharon Folsom as Chairs and Congressman Pete Sessions as Honorary Chair.
Master of Ceremonies Charlie Throckmorton announced Celebrity Host Barry Corbin (who was out of town on location) and featured presentation of the Roundup Spirit Award to Brooke and Matt Hayes. |
Photo above left: Dee Carter, ball chair with her husband, Dodge.
Above right: Steve Folsom and his wife, Sharon, ball chair.
Photos by John Strange, Tim Valis and Steve Duffy
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JJ and Bobby Norris |
Gina Marx and Heather Russell, Bobby Norris Roundup for Autism chairs since 1988. |
Jane Norris, Robert Norris, Grand Marshall of the Bobby Norris Roundup for Autism parade and rodeo. His son is founder of Roundup for Autism, Bobby Norris. Robert is the original Marlboro Man (1965) and is heavily committed to Roundup for Autism |
Jill Rowlett, Hon. Pete Sessions, Honorary Chair |
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Jennifer Lott, Doug Pickering (She is the cousin of Dallas Coleman, the featured entertainer.) |
Mindy Page, the official artist of Roundup for Autism; Molly Page |
Minnie and Bill Caruth |
Brooke and Matt Hayes, recipients of the Roundup Spirit Award; Teresa Mitchell. |
The gala was brought alive when Dallas Coleman took the stage. This 21-year-old country western artist has entertained crowds across the country. He has perfect pitch, plays multiple instruments and his music is full of raw emotion, most of it about his autism. Diagnosed at an early age, Dallas has learned to use his many gifts to inspire others.
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John and Charlotte Kimberlin |
Martha and Pete Muzyka
(Pete runs the Ranch Sorting event.) |
Staci Brinkman, Billy Bob Harris |
Martha Cox, Dan Tatum |
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Stuart and Cindy Jochimsen
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Kathy Calhoun, Frank Goldwaithe
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Dallas Coleman wowed the crowd with this fabulous voice and original song. |
Unique Live Auction Items Included:
- Legislator’s Chair – Signed by Governor Rick Perry;
- Opportunity to conduct the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Parks Concert;
- Patriot Package to Washington, D.C.;
- Walker Colt Black Powder Revolver owned by former President George H.W. Bush;
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Western Excursion with a full-day Ranch Experience, including Flat Creek Chuckwagon catering, roping lessons by Punk Carter, and luxurious accommodations at the Fairmont Dallas.
The Autism Treatment Center (ATC) was established in 1976 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that serves children and adults with autism. ATC provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Services include: diagnostic, research, educational, vocational, therapeutic and residential treatment for children and adults with autism and other developmental disorders. For more information about ATC and the various Roundup events, please visit our websites at www.atcoftexas.org and www.roundupforautism.org
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