In Support of Friends of Katy Trail and White Rock Lake Conservancy

Mean Mug Brewing and Angelica’s Creations, Sponsors  | Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 Bring the family and pets and join Mean Mug Brewing and Angelica’s Creations as they sponsor the first ever Grinchmas Market at Katy Trail Station on Saturday, December 14^th from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. benefiting Friends of Katy Trail and White Rock Lake Conservancy. The exact address is 4825 Cole Avenue, 75205. The event is free and open to the public.
        

Browse through a variety of vendors offering unique gifts, delicious treats, and more. Get into the holiday spirit with music, fun activities, and maybe even a visit from the Grinch himself!
        

Take pictures with Santa in a rustic backdrop scene and make a free holiday craft. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to shop local and support small businesses and help raise money to host free outdoor movie nights for the Katy Trail community. The first 25 will receive a free Grinchmas shopping bag with goodies. Mark your calendars and come celebrate the season with us at Katy Trail Station.     
        

For more information visit EventBrite (URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-grinchmas-market-at-katy-trail-station-tickets-1087091242169?aff=oddtdtcreator) or on Instagram @meanmugbrewingllc

Partners:

Angelica's Creations (custom apparel, tumblers, embroidery and more) donating custom Grinchmas bags with goodies (while supplies last).

Crafting With Intent (arts and crafts parties) donating free arts and crafts supplies for holiday craft projects.

Mean Mug Brewing (coffee, lemonade, hot chocolate, and treats) donating decorations and yard games.

Tails and Trails (K-9 outdoor adventure gear) donating free disposable water bowls and hydration station setup for pets.

The Social Mug (candid photography) donating mini candid photo with Santa sessions and backdrop setup.

Vendors (as of November 20, 2024):

Angelica's Creations (custom apparel, tumblers, embroidery and more)

Backyard Barbeque (smoke and grill)

By Kina Malia (Art)

Crystal's Luscious Pastries!

Fifteen 34 Bookshop

Lil Bits of Mona (String art)

Lis' Fleurs (floristry and more)

Mari's elotes y mas (street corn and more)

Mean Mug Brewing (coffee, lemonade, hot chocolate, and treats)

Queen M Jewelry

Squeezed Pink Lemonade

Tails and Trails (K-9 outdoor adventure gear)

Te Pica Candy (dulces enchilados)

Torres Croc Charms

Two Diamond Fit (comfortable and stylish activewear apparel for hiking, running, cycling, yoga)

Public Contact for Questions: Benjamin Durichek. Email coffee@meanmugbrewing.com or call 903-930-0505.

About Mean Mug Brewing:
Mean Mug Brewing is a mobile coffee and lemonade business dedicated to providing high-quality beverages to our community through a convenient and accessible mobile service.

We love creating meaningful connections and building relationships by serving a truly enjoyable coffee experience with every cup. Our mobile coffee service company specializes in espresso and cold brew inspired coffees, hot chocolate, lemonade and treats. Contact us for catering options. We are centrally located in Grand Prairie, TX 75052 serving areas throughout north Texas. Visit our website at www.meanmugbrewing.com for menu options, catering information and locations. Phone: 903-930-0505.  Email: coffee@meanmugbrewing.com   Follow us on FB and IG @meanmugbrewingllc

 About Angelica’s Creations:

Introducing Angelica's Creations. Launched in 2016, Angelica's Creations is a small business that I proudly turned into my full-time profession diving headfirst into entrepreneurship while balancing life as a stay-at-home mom to my two daughters at the time. With a natural flair for crafting and DIY projects, I was always the creative one in my family. What began with party decorations, t-shirts, and similar items, but over the years, my work has evolved to include unique embroidery and custom creations that hold special meaning.

Despite the uncertainties that come with starting a business, I persevered. As the years passed, I built a loyal customer base, invested in advanced machinery, and my passion for what I do flourished. Fast forward to 2024, I’m still dedicated and continue to run my business full-time and have also taken on the role as an event coordinator and have hosted various events and vendor markets while also embracing life as a stay-at-home mom to three daughters. I cherish the relationships I've formed with my customers and take pride in crafting meaningful, one-of-a-kind pieces. Based in the Arlington area, I am thrilled to offer shipping services worldwide.

A bit about myself: I’m Angelica Cantu a 27year old, happily married to my high school sweetheart for the past ten years. He is my greatest supporter, and together we navigate the beautiful journey of parenthood, and entrepreneurship. In the near future, I envision myself owning my very own storefront, welcoming even more clientele, and expanding my reach. With this goal in mind, I’m excited to continue growing Angelica’s Creations and building lasting relationships with my community.

It's not too late to join us on November 14 for an immersive botanical experience with renowned landscape designer and author Stefani Bittner. Guests will explore the powerful benefits of herbal teas and personalized aroma selections, designing bespoke take-home sachets.  

Stefani’s San Francisco Bay area-based firm, Homestead Design Collective, is known for creating beautiful gardens of seasonal splendor across public, commercial and residential spaces. The Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is honored to present this intimate setting at Gardenuity in conjunction with Stefani’s presentation for A Writer’s Garden at The Dallas Arboretum. Tea, morning nibbles, and materials will be provided during the workshop.

We’ve also included a link here to secure one of our last remaining seats for A Writer’s Garden main event on Wednesday, November 13th. https://e.givesmart.com/events/ynj/

WHAT: A Fragrant Flower Garden Workshop

WHEN: Thursday, November 14th

10 A.M. to noon

WHERE: Gardenuity

2222 Vantage Street, Dallas, TX 75207

 Tickets are $60, and space is limited to 50 attendees.  Purchase workshop tickets here: https://e.givesmart.com/events/ynj/page/workshop/

Chairs: Colby Baer and Katie Kennemer

Questions: womenscouncilevent@gmail.com 

Sponsored by: Katherine Phillips

*****A Writer's Garden Auction Packages are now posted on The Women's Council website. Visit wcdabg.org to see what you'll be able to bid on during next week's event!*****

ABOUT THE WOMEN’S COUNCIL: Celebrating its 42nd Anniversary.
Since 1982 the major goal of the Women’s Council 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. Celebrating its 42nd year, the support of over 600 members of the Women’s Council makes possible the continued expansion and development of A Woman’s Garden. The Women’s Council is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  www.wcdabg.org

ABOUT A WOMAN’S GARDEN: Celebrating its 27^th Anniversary.
A Woman’s Garden is the only public garden in the nation conceived, constructed and maintained by the funding efforts of women. Ablaze with color in every season, A Woman’s Garden sits majestically as a living testament to the passion and vision of the Women’s Council founders and the boundless energy and devotion of its members whose commitment to creating a garden dedicated to the universal spirit of women across generations is realized in its inspired design. Our beautiful garden celebrates the power, creativity, resourcefulness, passion and unwavering commitment of the women who came before us and those entrusted with its care now, and into the future.

The check was presented as part of CAPTRUST Community Foundation’s Fifth Annual Giving Day

 The CAPTRUST Community Foundation (CCF) Dallas locations (Sherry Lane and Dallas Parkway) gifted $10,000 to Scottish Rite for Children as part of CCF’s $10,000 donations to 75 charities across the country, totaling $750,000, as part of the nonprofit’s fifth annual Giving Day.

CAPTRUST Dallas representatives John Pickett, Barry Beal, Tom Gile, Kelly Pattillo and Travis Whitten. joined together for the check presentation along with Robert L. “Bob” Walker, President & CEO, Scottish Rite for Children, Mark Riordan and Stephanie Brigger, also of Scottish Rite.

John Pickett, Senior Vice President, CAPTRUST Dallas said, “CCF’s Giving Day is our way of giving a face to our mission to enrich the lives of children in the communities we serve.  We are proud to partner with Scottish Rite for Children to help its young patients receive the very best care with orthopedic conditions and learning disorders.” In addition to the $10,000, CAPTRUST Dallas donated LEGOs, puzzles and 50 backpacks filled with crayons, coloring books and other art supplies. 
    

The CCF is CAPTRUST’s 501(c)(3) foundation, with the mission of enriching the lives of children in the local communities that CAPTRUST serves. For this campaign, CAPTRUST offices identified local organizations representing causes that both benefit children and are important to the respective community.
    

Founded in 2007, the foundation has awarded over $6.25 million in grants to charitable organizations across the country that help children. The CCF’s main source of fundraising is through voluntary employee payroll deductions that are matched by CAPTRUST.

About the CAPTRUST Community Foundation
The CAPTRUST Community Foundation was organized in 2007 to provide CAPTRUST employees with opportunities to participate as a group in community outreach efforts. The foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) charity and is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. If you would like to donate or learn more about the CAPTRUST Community Foundation, please call 855.649.0943.

About CAPTRUST
CAPTRUST was founded in 1997 as an independent registered investment advisor. The firm provides investment management, financial planning, estate planning, and tax advisory and compliance services for individuals and families. The firm also offers a comprehensive suite of services for ultra-high-net-worth individuals to simplify their financial lives, mitigate risk, and perpetuate their legacies. For retirement plan sponsors, endowments, foundations, and religious entities, CAPTRUST offers investment advisory services, fiduciary support, plan design, provider analysis and fee benchmarking, and employee advice programs.

About Scottish Rite for Children
Scottish Rite for Children is a world-renowned leader in the treatment of orthopedic conditions, such as scoliosis, clubfoot, hand differences, hip disorders, sports injuries and fractures, as well as certain related arthritic and neurological disorders and learning disorders, such as dyslexia. Visit www.scottishriteforchildren.org  to learn more.

Photo credit: Scottish Rite for Children

2024 Park Cities Car Show Presented by Preservation Park Cities
Sponsored by URBAN/Allie Beth Allman & Associates A Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate Happens on Saturday, October 5

Jason Morski, chair of the annual Park Cities Car Show presented by Preservation Park Cities and sponsored by URBAN/Allie Beth Allman & Associates, invites everyone to join in the fun on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Burleson Park, 3000 University Boulevard. The Car Show is free and open to the public. Rain date is Saturday, October 12.
        

“If you like cars (or just like getting outside), the Park Cities Car Show is the event for you,” Jason said. “We are always impressed with the entries each year and this party just continues to grow. We hope you will join us for this fun event.”
        

Proceeds benefit Preservation Park Cities in support of their mission to preserve and promote the history, architecture, aesthetics, and cultural traditions of the Park Cities. Polly and Dan McKeithen, Car Show Founding Chairs. Alisa Sells, 2024-2025 President, Preservation Park Cities.
        

To show your car or motorcycle, register online now: $30 per car or truck. $25 per motorcycle. https://preservationparkcities.ticketspice.com/ppc-car-show-2024 Online registration ends Saturday, October 5 at 10:00 a.m.

           Many thanks to our Car Show Title Sponsor: URBAN/Allie Beth Allman & Associates, A Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate. Other sponsors include Hilltop Securities, Sewell, Texas Collector Car and Storage, HCC Specialty Cars, Texas Regional Bank,Garages of America; Republic Title, deVance Electronic Lifestyle, Hagerty, The Phoenix Insurance, The Shop, Walnut Hill Wrecker, Megahertz Technology, Dickie’s Barbecue.  Community Partners: YMCA, University Park Public Library, a bounce house and the Photo Bus.

Register: www.PreservationParkCities.org/CarShow or email carshow@preservationparkcities.org   For more information, visit the website at www.PreservationParkCities.org There is also a fun video from previous car shows on the Car Show page.

Overview:

•  The purpose of the annual Historic Home Tour is to showcase architecturally and historically significant homes of the Park Cities and illustrate how these homes have been restored or remodeled to serve the lifestyle needs of families today.

•  The Historic Home Tour, Distinguished Speaker Luncheon and the Park Cities Car Show are the organization’s only fundraisers each year. The proceeds are allocated to help further our mission to celebrate and promote the preservation of Park Cities architecture, history, aesthetics, and cultural traditions.

•  The organization landmarks architecturally and historically significant homes in the Park Cities, some of which are on the Historic Home Tour.

•  Members of the organization enjoy historic and preservation oriented educational programs.

Preservation Park Cities Mission:
PPC mission is to preserve and promote the history, architecture, aesthetics, and cultural traditions of the Park Cities. Proceeds of the Distinguished Speaker Luncheon, Historic Home Tour and the Classic and Antique Car Show will be used to support the new PPC archives at the University Park Library, fund landmarking initiatives, award scholarships to Highland Park High School graduating seniors planning to study architecture or history and fund the Distinguished Chair for History at Highland Park High School. Membership in PPC is open to the community. For more information visit www.preservationparkcities.org
                                                        

Photos by Lisa Stewart

The buzz was all about the expansive market, its fabulous offerings and the new café!

Donna Arp Weitzman, a well-known community leader on the charity and business scenes and local author, hosted a lovely luncheon benefiting the Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s board of directors at The Antique Table, Robin Jackson’s new café which just opened inside the Cottonwood Market.  Inside scoop: The café is Southern hospitality at its best! Offering a variety of salads, sandwiches, snacks, sweets, and brunch items made fresh daily, as well as specialty coffees, wine, a charcuterie board and fresh-baked pastries. The café is also available for small group meetings.
        
Located in Richardson at Coit and Belt Line Roads, Cottonwood Market is the perfect destination for all who seek antiques, jewelry (at heavily discounted prices), authenticated designer handbags, scarves and pashminas from Europe, over 1,000 works of art, furnishings, covetable collectibles, exquisite tableware and china from some of Dallas’ most high-profile estates and more.         
          
“We are delighted to welcome everyone to Cottonwood Market,” Donna said, as the ladies sipped wine and enjoyed the lovely luncheon and desserts.
        
Joining in the luncheon were Leesa Alhadef, Jeannie Nethery, Courtney Rourk, Anne Seanor and more.  
        
As part of her support for the Women’s Council and as underwriting chair for the upcoming A Writer’s Garden, Donna is donating a magnificent sapphire and diamond necklace to the live auction for the November 13^th event.  As part of today’s luncheon, she also arranged for each purchase of certain items to be discounted 20%, which she and Herb will also match as a donation to the Women’s Council.
        
Women’s Council president, Therese Rourk, welcomed the crowd and reminded everyone to take a membership packet and share with friends. She introduced Joni Krieg, chair of A Writer’s Garden, who gave a rundown of what to expect at the much-anticipated event, including presentations from two fabulous speakers and authors, Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Stefani Bittner. Learn more at the website www.wcdabg.org
        
As a special surprise, Donna introduced Atin Jain, proprietor of Hari Jewels at Cottonwood Market, who donated an 18-carat gold necklace as a giveaway at today’s event. Mary Ellen Winborn was the lucky winner when she answered a trivia question correctly.
        
As a parting favor, Donna gifted everyone copies of a couple of her books: Cinderella Has Cellulite and her latest tome, Twisted Retribution: A Sarah Sears Novel, which is part one of a three-part series of books being eyed by Hollywood for a movie. Follow her on Instagram @donnaarpweitzman and Facebook @CinderellaHasCellulite
        
Cottonwood Market is a must-see destination located in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.  With 50,000 square feet to explore, you’ll find new treasures around every corner of our indoor antique mall. We are located at Dal-Rich Towne Square at Coit road and Belt Line Road in Richardson, Texas. At Cottonwood Market, there is something for everyone. Every visit is a new opportunity to find one-of-a-kind items to cherish. Our eclectic mix of dealers creates an unforgettable shopping experience with unique vintage goods, antiques, artisan items, home décor, boutique gifts, and so much more. We look forward to seeing you soon. Be sure to stop by our new café for lunch, a specialty coffee, glass of wine, a charcuterie board, or fresh baked pastry. We can’t wait to see you!  Visit the website at www.cottonwoodmarket.com for details and stunning photos.    
Photos by Thomas Garza.