By Abigail Erickson The Frontiers of Flight Museum proudly announces a momentous gift from the Armstrong Family Collection — a rare piece of the original “Wright Flyer” fabric that flew both at Kitty Hawk in 1901, and on Apollo 11 which landed on the moon on July 20, 1969. Additionally, the family is including a […]
On Thursday, Jan. 2, the members of East Dallas Networking (EDN) donated $7,600 to various East Dallas charities, helping friends and neighbors in need. Since 2008, EDN has donated $69,100 to local organizations, working toward its mission of making East Dallas a better place to live, work and play. This year’s recipients are White Rock […]
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden presents the 40th annual Dallas Blooms 2025: ‘Outside the Ordinary,’ the largest annual floral festival in the Southwest. Running from February 22 until April 13, Dallas Blooms will showcase more than 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs in a spectacular display that includes 350,000 tulips, along with vibrant daffodils, hyacinths and cherry […]
By Melanie Mayfield Gather at McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails to ring in 2025 with friends and family in casual, yet sophisticated style. The eclectic and intriguing dining room, and attentive service creates the perfect backdrop for couples or friends to close out 2024 in an extraordinary manner. Chef Alejandro serves a special menu from […]
The Ferguson Road Initiative (FRI) enjoyed seeing loyal supporters Liz and Mel Renfro at this week’s East Dallas Networking (EDN) luncheon. The couple are huge fans of their East Dallas neighbors and its local businesses. Liz is a well-respected real estate agent who has helped families find their perfect home for decades. Mel is a […]
By Deborah Brown The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Staci Schofield has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Chairman’s Award. This honor is presented annually to an individual or business that has made an outstanding contribution to the community and to the Chamber. The year 2024 has […]
Located in the East Dallas Casa Linda Shopping Center, a bright red mailbox stands lovingly in front of Monster Yogurt, inviting children to share their wishes with Santa each December. For many neighborhood families, dropping a letter into this mailbox has become a cherished tradition, a joyful ritual that strengthens their bonds year after year. […]
By Deborah Brown The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce (GEDCC) partnered with EDENS and Casa Linda Plaza merchants for the annual tree lighting and holiday party held on Monday, Dec. 2 at Casa Linda Plaza. The event was organized by the Live Local Committee of the Chamber. The community event provided food and […]
Celebrating Black artists, businesses and local music, the annual “Christmas Music Under the Dome and Christmas Marketplace” will take place Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the African American Museum, Dallas. Free and open to the public, the holiday extravaganza will offer visitors a variety of unique “shop local” gifts, including handcrafted jewelry, […]
Congratulations to the 2024 Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Year winners. The awards ceremony was during a luncheon at the Lakewood Country Club. Community and chamber members celebrated and recognized the accomplishments of these local East Dallas Businesses: Business of the Year — Half Price Books; Chairman’s Award — Comerica BusinessHQ; […]