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SUMMARY:14th Annual Silk Threads Charity Gala
DESCRIPTION:Far More Than\nA Fashion Event\nThe Tapestry of Dreams\, the 14th Annual Silk Threads Charity Gala\, brings fashion\, culture\, and community together on October 3\, 2026 at Hotel Indigo Irving – Las Colinas. \nRooted in the artistry of luxury Indian couture\, the gala showcases timeless fashion while creating meaningful opportunities to support HungerMitao and local food banks. \nEach year\, business leaders\, philanthropists\, community advocates\, and fashion enthusiasts come together to experience an unforgettable evening where elegance meets impact\, and where every ticket\, sponsorship\, and contribution helps strengthen the communities we serve. \nThrough the vision of founder Ruby Bhandari and the support of dedicated partners and sponsors\, the Gala has evolved into one of North Texas’ most distinctive independent charitable events. \nFor more information about the 14th Annual Silk Thread Charity Gala Click Below \n\nEvent & Sponsorship Tickets\n\n \nSupporting food banks across North Texas to eradicate hunger in our communities. \nHungerMitao is a nationwide volunteer-driven movement committed to ending hunger in America by raising awareness\, engaging communities\, and channeling resources to local food banks. Since its inception\, HungerMitao has enabled more than 80 million meals and thousands of volunteer hours. \n\nLearn More about HungerMitao’s impact\n \nQuestions?\nIf you have questions\, please contact HungerMitao at usa@hungermitao.org or (214)-659-1725 \nTarrant Area Food Bank Photo & Video Policy \nI hereby give my consent for Tarrant Area Food bank (TAFB) to use my likeness\, comments and/or testimonials obtained on my visit to TAFB. I further consent to such photograph(s)\,videos\, comments and/or testimonials being exhibited on any or all of the TAFB website\, marketing materials or social media sites. I further waive any right of inspection or approval of the finished product or uses.  \nI hereby release and hold harmless TAFB\, directors\, employees and volunteer photographers from any and all claims for damages for libel\, slander\, invasion of privacy or any other claim based upon the legitimate business use of said photographs\, comments and/or testimonials.
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LOCATION:Private: Hotel Indigo Las Colinas\, 455 W John Carpenter Fwy\, Irving\, TX\, 75039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community
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SUMMARY:Together at the Table
DESCRIPTION:Together at the Table\nJoin Tarrant Area Food Bank West for a brand-new signature event\, Together at the Table! \nEnjoy a candlelit\, wine pairing dinner within the racks of TAFB West’s food distribution center. Your support will ensure neighbors in our 7-county service area don’t have to worry about where their next meal will come from. \nVIP ticket holders have access to happy hour in the TAFB West Gardens\, with fresh garden bites and photo opportunities with a baby Weatherford kangaroo! \n					\n									Event & Sponsorship Tickets\n					 \nFor more information about sponsoring 2026 Together at the Table\, check out our Sponsorship Packages below! \n					\n									Sponsorship Packages\n					 \nDetails\nLOCATION:TAFB West112 Winners CircleWeatherford\, TX 76087 \nEVENT TIME:6-7:30PM \nVIP HAPPY HOUR:TAFB West Gardens5:30PM \nDinner provided by:\n																														 \nQuestions?\nIf you have questions\, please contact Lauren Burge at lauren.burge@tafb.org or (682) 368-3005. \nSponsors: Head of the Table\n																														 \nSponsors: Full Plate\n															\n															\n															\n																														 \nSponsors: Bread & Butter\nRoger Williams Chrysler\, Dodge\, Jeep and Ram\n																														 \nSponsors: Fork & Spoon\nFirst Bank Texas\n1880 Advisors\nPlainsCapital Bank\nDurham Family\nDon & Janice Edwards\nBentOak Capital\nThe Monostori Family\nPfeifer Advisory\nAnonymous Donor\nIn-Kind Donors\nOnsite personalized chainstitching donated by: \n																														 \nTarrant Area Food Bank Photo & Video Policy \nI hereby give my consent for Tarrant Area Food bank (TAFB) to use my likeness\, comments and/or testimonials obtained on my visit to TAFB. I further consent to such photograph(s)\,videos\, comments and/or testimonials being exhibited on any or all of the TAFB website\, marketing materials or social media sites. I further waive any right of inspection or approval of the finished product or uses.  \nI hereby release and hold harmless TAFB\, directors\, employees and volunteer photographers from any and all claims for damages for libel\, slander\, invasion of privacy or any other claim based upon the legitimate business use of said photographs\, comments and/or testimonials.
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LOCATION:Tarrant Area Food Bank West\, 112 Winners Circle\, Weatherford\, TX\, 76087
CATEGORIES:Community,West,Wine
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SUMMARY:Empty Bowls 2027
DESCRIPTION:Join us at TAFB’s signature event\, the 25th Annual Empty Bowls\nFriday\, April 23\, 2027\, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm\nAt this unique gathering of artists and chefs\, you’ll have the chance to sample dishes from dozens of local restaurants and receive a hand-crafted bowl to represent the empty bowls we are filling together. \nThis year’s event will benefit TAFB’s Ready to Learn® initiative\, dedicated to serving children in need by establishing our in-school food markets and providing educational programs. \n					\n									Sponsorships\n					\n					\n									Event Tickets\n					\n					\n									Restaurants\n					 \nFor more information about Sponsoring 2027 Empty Bowls\, check out our Empty Bowls Sponsorships Package. \n																														 \nEmpty Bowls Preview Party – April 23\, 2026\nJoin Tarrant Area Food Bank for an exclusive preview of our signature event\, Empty Bowls\, on Thursday\, April 23! Be one of the first to see—and select—this year’s handcrafted bowls.  \nThe evening will feature an exhibition by Billy Hassell at William Campbell Gallery and live music from Bobby Dade. Tickets are $100 each. \nDetails\nLocation: William Campbell Gallery \n217 Foch Street\, Fort Worth\, TX 76107 \nTime: 6 – 8 P.M. \nQuestions\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Monique Villegas at monique.villegas@tafb.org or (817) 857-7110. \n  \n					\n									Preview Party Tickets\n					 \nEmpty Bowls Painting Days Are Back!\nGet Creative & Give Back With Us!\nJoin us for fun\, hands-on\, community-driven sessions at the TAFB Volunteer Center\, where creativity meets purpose! Together\, we’ll craft for a cause and make a real impact—one bowl at a time.\nLocation: \nTAFB Volunteer Center: 2600 Cullen St.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76107 \nUpcoming Events:\nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026\, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nWednesday\, November 4\, 2026\, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nJanuary 13\, 2027\, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nFebruary 3\, 2027\, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (SOLD OUT) \nMore Details:\nThis special series is hosted by beloved longtime volunteer Jann Orr\, who has been sharing her incredible talents with Empty Bowls since 2014! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best and be part of something truly meaningful. \nSpots are limited! Only 20 volunteers per session—first come\, first served. A small volunteer fee is required to participate.\n For more information contact Megan Smock at megan.smock@tafb.org. \nRegistration: \n \n					\n									click here to register\n					\n															\n															\n															\n															\n																														 \n2026 Participating Restaurants Coming Soon…\nDos Mares \nDon Artemio \nBob’s Steak and Chop House \nCafe Modern by Wolfgang Puck Catering \nCrafted For You Catering and Events \nMac’s Bar and Grill \nChicken Salad Chick \nTarrant Area Food Bank Ready to Nourish \nTarrant Area Food Bank Ready to NourishCommunity-Inspired Foods \nPrince Lebanese Grill \nWeatherford HS Food Science \nDFW Marriott Champion’s Circle/Jackdaw \nSavor Culinary Services \nBrewer Hospitality \nTom Thumb \nCrunchy Girl Granola \nAmpersand Coffee & Bar \nPetroleum Club of Fort Worth \nPaloma Suerte \nTexas Chef featuring TCU \nTCCSE Culinary Arts \nFred’s Texas Cafe \nCast Iron \nAramark \nTokyo Cafe \nRiver Ranch Stockyards \nThe Chumley House \nCraft Culinary Concepts \n3F Premier Catering \nBecome a Restaurant Partner\n					\n									RESTAURANT PARTICIPATION\n					 \nOur Sponsors\nPresenting Sponsor\n																														 \nGrocery Sponsor\n																														 \nFrank Cappuccio \nHoward & Lisa Gottlieb \nJay and Mimi Bonds \nJere C. Robertson \nLen and Mary Ann Zimmerer \nIn remembrance of our dear friend\, Jacquelyn Young\, who loved life and the joy of giving. \n																														 \nBalcom Agency \nAllison Schoening – Buffer Insurance \n															\n																														 \nBaylor Scott and White Health \nCongregation Ahavath Sholom \nDiane and Kent Rasmussen \nHart Street Pottery Students \nPlanet Signs \nVarghese Summersett PLLC \nTarrant Area Food Bank Photo & Video Policy \nI hereby give my consent for Tarrant Area Food bank (TAFB) to use my likeness\, comments and/or testimonials obtained on my visit to TAFB. I further consent to such photograph(s)\,videos\, comments and/or testimonials being exhibited on any or all of the TAFB website\, marketing materials or social media sites. I further waive any right of inspection or approval of the finished product or uses.  \nI hereby release and hold harmless TAFB\, directors\, employees and volunteer photographers from any and all claims for damages for libel\, slander\, invasion of privacy or any other claim based upon the legitimate business use of said photographs\, comments and/or testimonials.
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LOCATION:Will Rogers Memorial Center Round Up Inn\, 3401 West Lancaster Avenue\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76107
CATEGORIES:Community,Cooking,Crafts
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