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RETURN TO SOUTHFORK RANCH TAKES CATTLE BARONS BALL FUN OUTDOORS

Richard Chamberlain, Jim Severson, Kevin Garvin, and Kent Rathbun Gayle Fischer and Ken Christensen

(PHOTOS: TAMYTHA CAMERON PHOTOGRAPHY)

Western wear donning Dallasites at Cattle Baron’s Ball Sept. 17 at Southfork Ranch sought to help “lasso a cure” for the American Cancer Society.

This year’s “ranches, rubies, and ropers”-themed ball raised $4,170,617, within the top three biggest takes in Cattle Baron’s history, and bringing the grand total raised for the American Cancer Society in the 49-year history of the party to more than $93 million.

A mechanical bull, fireworks, a carousel, and a performance by Old Dominion (and Chris Young for VIPs) helped make it a festive evening along with a live auction, silent auction, and endless amounts of food.

Event chairs Nancy Gopez and Kris Johnson brought the event back outdoors at Southfork this year after being at Gilley’s Dallas since 2013.

– Compiled by Maria Lawson

Old Dominion Natalie Lesikar and Katy Brooks

Nancy Gopez and Kris Johnson

Dallas All Star Chef Classic Cooks Up $750K For Addiction Recovery

Norm and Robin Bagwell, and Beth and David Dike Janice Provost and Rosie Delgadillo David Gomez and Eric Dyer

(PHOTOS: ERIK CARLSON)

Many of Dallas’ top Chefs, led by Honorary Chef Janice Provost of Parigi, gathered at Lighthouse ArtSpace on Oct. 16 to prepare wonderfully delicious tastings for guests attending the Dallas All Star Chef Classic.

The classic, presented by Ben E. Keith, benefits the Dallas 24 Hour Club and its work to help addicts embrace long-term sobriety and become contributing and self-supporting members of the community.

Event chairs Kimberly and Shannon Wynne and honorary Chairs Chef Paula Lambert and Chef Stephan Pyles led this year’s event, bringing in $750,000plus, Dallas 24 Hour Club CEO Marsha Williamson announced.

Jordan Kahn Music Company featuring Georgia Bridgwater entertained the guests, who also participated in a silent auction. – Compiled by William Taylor

Gene and Jerry Jones, and Melissa Ireland Charlotte Jones, Amir Rozwadowski, and Haley Anderson John and Lisa Runyon

(PHOTOS: KEVIN TACHMAN AND BRUNO SNAP THE PICTURE)

The 23rd annual TWO x TWO for AIDS and Art benefit dinner and contemporary art auction on Oct. 22 raised $9.4 million in funds for the Dallas Museum of Art and amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research.

“Over two decades ago, we never would have dreamed that TWO x TWO would become such a dynamic and meaningful event in our community,” said Howard Rachofsky, who founded the event with his wife Cindy.

The Rachofskys co-hosted the sold-out black-tie event with Lisa and John Runyon at the Rachofsky House in Preston Hollow. The largest fundraiser for amfAR and the Dallas Museum of Art drew 533 guests. – Compiled by Sabrina Gomez

Howard and Cindy Rachofsky Suzanne Droese, Lilah Ramzi, Jacquelin Atkinson, and Amy Phelan Todd Fiscus and Ceron

Taylor Olson, Amy Phelan, and Brian Bolke

May your days be merry and your nights be bright!

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Nathan Schell and Leanne Locken Payton Martin and Jacob Samson David Hernandez and Wesley Dowden

Chip Williamson and Charles Sweed Chef Jose Meza

Roman Smith, Brad Mashburn, Ricky Mendoza, and Jake Langford Haley Clark Chef John Tesar

(PHOTOS: BRAD LINTON)

A record-breaking crowd enjoyed food prepared by a plethora of chefs from Dallas’ finest restaurants and ever-flowing wine during the 13th annual Burgers & Burgundy fundraiser on Oct. 14 at Peace Plaza.

Cathedral of Hope donated the venue while ticket sales and a luxury silent auction brought in tens of thousands of dollars to support HIV/AIDS service organizations and provide direct care to those living with HIV/AIDS. The guest list topped 500.

The Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) mission: creating the first AIDS-free generation.

DIFFA Dallas also revealed the anticipated theme for House of DIFFA, the runway fashion show, gala, and luxury auction presented by The Louis L. Borick Foundation: “The List.” After many years at the Omni Dallas, it will return to the Hilton Anatole on May 13, 2023.

“You will not want to miss this elevated evening of art, music, and fashion,” House of DIFFA co-chair Richard Rivas said. “You’re on The List.”

– Compiled by Chloe Ching

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