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August 2008:

10 - 14: The Dallas Opera's "Figaro in Flip Flops" will keep the entertainment coming during the “off-season” with a series of low cost and free events designed to keep North Texas Opera lovers excited about their favorite art form while exploring new opportunities and horizons.

This multi-faceted series, entitled “FIGARO IN FLIP-FLOPS,” presented by One Arts Plaza, will run through October 26, 2008 in a variety of interesting and unusual locations throughout Greater Dallas. 

Flip-Flops are optional – Reservations for tastings and receptions are required.  Call 214-443-1000 for paid events. Most of these events are free, a few require a nominal fee to cover actual costs.  And there’s something for every budget and taste. Details.

20: Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon benefitting The Family Place at the Frontiers of Flight Museum. The Texas Trailblazer Award Luncheon recognizes North Texas women who have achieved significant success despite the obstacles they have faced along the way.  These women opened the doors of opportunity for other women. They have made significant contributions in their community or profession. New this year, men and students will be honored who have stood up in the face of adversity to champion violence-free relationships among their peers and community.  Additionally, a company will be recognized who has supported the mission of The Family Place in the community and within their own organization.

 The guest speaker for this fundraising luncheon is Ms. Janine Latus.  In 2002, Ms. Latus’s younger sister was strangled by her boyfriend and buried near a construction site.  It took more than two weeks to find her body and two years before her killer was sentenced for her murder.  Since this tragedy, Ms. Latus has authored a book about domestic violence and publicly speaks out to encourage others to take advantage of the avenues available to find a way out. 

4: FREE Regional Premiere Screening of the new documentary, HAZE, presented by The Gordie Foundation and Southern Methodist University’s Student Life Division in observance of National Alcohol Awareness Month.  The film examines the issues surrounding the college drinking culture in America and addresses the death of college freshman Gordie Bailey, whose tragic passing following a fraternity initiation ceremony at the University of Colorado gained national media attention in 2004.  HAZE is presented by The Gordie Foundation, the only nonprofit organization in the country dedicated to providing youth with the necessary skills to navigate the dangers of alcohol, binge drinking, peer pressure and hazing. Only 50 tickets will be available to the general public and will be given out on a first come, first served basis.  To reserve tickets, please call The Gordie Foundation no later than August 29th at 214-823-0235 or email contactus@gordie.org.

5, 6 and 7: Texas ZestFest 2008 benefitting the Tarrant Area Food Bank. Local celebrity chefs Jon Bonnell, Lou Lambert, Grady Spears, Bill Wavrin and John Garcia - more TBA - will be wowing crowds during their live cooking demonstrations at Texas ZestFest 2008.  Texas ZestFest 2008, hosted by Chile Pepper magazine, the leader on all things hot and spicy, is a 3-day food competition and festival held annually for the zesty food industry. Over 15,000 fiery food lovers are expected to attend the Will Rogers Memorial Center and sample bold and flavorful products from around the country. The main stage will feature live cooking demonstrations from local celebrity chefs as well as live entertainment by local musicians. Friday, September 5th from 3pm to 7pm; Saturday, September 6th from 10am to 5pm; Sunday, September 7th from 10am to 4pm. For ticket information visit http://www.zestfest2008.com        

11: The Art For The Bridge Art Auction is comprised of several events.  The Artists’ Reception and Preview Party will be held on Thursday, September 11, featuring top-flight entertainment.  The Black Tie Dinner and Art Auction held on Saturday, September 13, will be an intimate and elegant evening.  Both events will be held at the Dallas Women’s Museum. Details.

12: KidneyTexas 2008 Luncheon and Fashion Show Artrageous! sponsored by Stanley Korshak  10:00 a.m. reception and silent auction. 11:30 a.m. Seating for fashion show and luncheon. Carmaleta Whiteley, chairman. Valet parking. Hilton Anatole Hotel, Chantilly Ballroom, Dallas, TX. Luncheon Tickets:  $150 each. Underwriting and sponsorships available.For more information and tickets: tel. 214.891.0896 and fax. 214.368.3635 or email:  kidneytexas@sbcglobal.net  or visit the website: http://www.kidneytexas.org/

26/27: DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS 2008DINING BY DESIGN National Tour at the Hilton Anatole. There are three wonderful opportunities to view the dining creations. DESIGN brings together some of the most talented and celebrated individuals in the worlds of fashion, interior design, art and architecture to create spectacular, over-the-top dining environments. Proceeds from this event benefit DIFFA/Dallas and Legacy of Love. Local talents including Gary Riggs Interiors, Scott + Cooner, Geoffrey Henning for JC Penney, Shane Walker and Anne Marie Bostrom will also be featured. Click here for photos and events details. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.diffa.org or call 972-239-6999.  The Hilton Anatole Hotel is located at 2201 Stemmons Freeway.

October 2008

November 2008

Awards of Excellence Presentation – The Awards of Excellence are designed to acknowledge the outstanding contributions the nonprofit sector makes to our community with $5,000 cash awards given to nonprofit organizations and individuals for excellence in nonprofit management.  Awards are presented in six categories:

Winners will receive $5,000 unrestricted cash.  All awards finalists will be announced and recognized prior to the event with winners announced at the A Night of Light event. 

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Also check out these sites for events listings:

InTownDallas.org: At the top, click on "read the current newsletter."

D magazine: Read their two newsletters, links at the bottom of the page. For non profit events, galas, etc., click on "Galas and Benefits" on the left column.

DallasCrowd.com: Click on "Events."

RSVP calendar: For non profit events.

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