Our chapter offers a variety of ways to stay involved in Alpha Phi including monthly sisterhood events, happy hours, philanthropy & service events, and Ivy Connection activities geared toward bridging the gap between the collegiate experience and life as an alumnae. Please look over our events below and we hope to see you at the next event! For more detailed information find the event within our Facebook Group.
August
UNT Alpha Phi Mock Recruitment
Sunday, August 18th 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Please join us to help the Gamma Eta chapter prepare for formal recruitment.
Where: Alpha Phi Mansion- 905 W Prairie, Denton TX 76205
If you are unable to join us but still want to help the chapter, please consider purchasing items off their registry https://www.target.com/gift-registry/giftgiver?registryId=4f85dc3a743243589ad4fc4a300cf7a7&lnk=registry_custom_url or reach out to them at meangreenalphaphimarketing@gmail.com for ways you can help.
*Ivy Connection* Brunch
Sunday, August 25th 11 am
Where: Moxie’s Bar & Grill Dallas- 100 Crescent Court, Dallas TX 75201
How long has it been since you’ve had a girls day? Well it’s brunch time with a b(r)unch of your sisters! Meet us at Moxie’s in Dallas at 11am the 25th for some amazing mimosas and some amazing women
*Note that Ivy Connection events are targeted for women who have graduated in the last 10 years*
September
Fall in Love with Alpha Phi
Tuesday, September 10th at 6:30 p.m.
Fall is the time many of us became sisters in Alpha Phi so what better time of year to begin the Alumnae calendar! Whether it’s to reunite, reconnect or get reacquainted with area sisters, join us for a Meet and Greet full of fun, friendship, food and beverages.
Where: At the home of Val Lawlor (Omicron-Missouri) 4400 Brookview Dr., Dallas, 75220 ***Important! Please park ONLY on hard, paved surfaces. DO NOT PARK on grass or risk a ticket (there is quite a bit of hard surface available in either Val’s driveway or on the street.
Refreshments: Sign up within the Event on Facebook to bring a savory, sweet dish or beverage to share.
Please help the chapter support The Family Place by bringing a donation of basic necessities such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste and more to aid victims of family violence.
Dallas Heart Walk – Benefitting the American Heart Association
Saturday, September 14th 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Join us in supporting the American Heart Association with a little stroll! Walkers can choose from a 5k noncompetitive walk or the Miracle Mile route (conductive to strollers or those needing special assistance). Wear an Alpha Phi t-shirt so we can show our colors!
Where: Base of Reunion Tower, downtown Dallas, meet at 8:00 am, walk begins at 8:30am, after the walk join us at Dulcet Cafe & Bakery for refreshments.
Reunion Tower: 300 Reunion Blvd. E., Dallas (Downtown)
Dulcet Café & Bakery: 320 Singleton Blvd, # 190, Dallas (Trinity Groves) www.dulcetcafe.net
October
Founders’ Day
Saturday October 5, 2019
The Dallas & Suburban Alumnae Chapter invites you to celebrate our Sisterhood in Alpha Phi. We will enjoy lunch and honor the 147th anniversary of our beloved fraternity.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM The Chocolate Angel Café & Tearoom 635 W. Campbell Rd #310, Richardson, TX 75080
Tickets are $30.00 which includes a salad trio plate, dessert, beverage, tax and gratuity.
Your payment is your RSVP. There are 3 ways to pay.
Option 1: Mail a check for $30 per ticket made payable to “Alpha Phi” to: Marla Drake, Treasurer 1551 San Saba Dr., Dallas, TX 75218. Please include the full name (s) of each attendee with your check. Option 2: Venmo @ APhiDallas Treasurer Option 3: Pay via PayPal from our website: https://alphaphidallas.org/membership/
Spots are limited. Purchase your ticket today!
November
Kick Off Alpha Phi Gives Back Week
Tuesday, Nov. 5th at 6:30 p.m.
Join us to visit and kick off a week of Giving Back to our philanthropy, the Alpha Phi Foundation. We are working with area businesses to give back a percentage of sales the week of 11/5 – 11/12 to support the Foundation. Stay tuned for business owners/vendors who will help us in giving back to the philanthropy, near and dear to our hearts. Gather for Fun, Fellowship and Philanthropy.
Where: The Common Table, 6740 Winning Drive, #1005 Frisco What better place for a kick off event than The Star, home of the Dallas Cowboys! Plenty of street and garage parking nearby.
Refreshments: POYO (Pay on your own) www.thecommontable.com
December
Alpha Phi and the Holidays, These Are a Few of My Favorite Things!
Tuesday, Dec. 10th at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Holiday season among friends with a Few Of Your Favorite Things gathering!
How it works: Bring 3 of your favorite things (unwrapped), think of something you LOVE that cost $8 or under. We will play a game, each guest will be able to explain what their favorite thing is and why. Everyone will leave with 3 items that could become their new Favorite Things! Please help the chapter support the North Texas Food Bank by bringing a canned food item to donate.
Where: At the home of Michele Hurley Quiroga (Phi-Oklahoma) 10565 Vinemont St., Dallas, 75218
January
Coffee, Tea and Phi’s
Saturday, January 11th at 10:00 a.m.
After a busy holiday season, Relax, Unwind or (Rewind with a little caffeine!) with sisters over an artisanal beverage, pastries or breakfast and catch up as we begin 2020.
Where: La Duni Latin Kitchen and Coffee Studio at NorthPark, 8697 N. Central Expy #1516, Dallas
Refreshments: POYO (Pay on your own) http://www.ladunihub.com
February
Be Mine Galentine
Thursday, February 6th at 6:30 p.m.
Hand to Hand and Heart to Heart, Alpha Phi is a great way to start the Season of Love! And what better way than with sweets, savory dishes and drinks. This should be a fun evening at North America’s first premium dining lounge offering couverture chocolate dishes and drinks.
Where: Sablon Chocolate Lounge, 3839 McKinney Ave., Dallas (Uptown) www.sablonchcolatelounge.com
Refreshments: POYO (Pay on your own)
March
Lucky To Be An Alpha Phi!
Tuesday, March 3rd at 6:30 p.m.
Let’s Eat, Drink and Be Irish for an evening! Don your green and join us for a wee bit o’ fun and sisterhood. Please help the chapter support City House by bringing $5-$10 gift cards to any fast food restaurant or convenience store. City House serves children and young adults experiencing abuse, neglect or homelessness.
Where: At the home of Ruth Sandstrom Henson (Phi-Oklahoma) 6519 Missy Dr., Dallas 75252
Refreshments: Please sign up on the chapter Facebook page to bring a savory, sweet dish or beverage to share.
April
4th Annual Luck of the Draw Wine Grab
***EVENT CANCELLED Saturday, April 18th at 7:00 p.m.
For the safety of our members & recent Dallas gathering restrictions our Wine Grab is officially cancelled. If you already purchased your tickets you will be refunded soon. We appreciate your support and understanding during these uncertain times. Stay safe sisters!
Join us for the 4th Annual Luck of the Draw Wine Grab benefitting the Dallas & Suburban Alpha Phi Alumni Chapter!
Where: Times Ten Cellars, 6324 Prospect Ave., Dallas (Lakewood) https://timestencellars.com
Grab your friends, family and significant others for an evening of fun, refreshments and grabbing great wine and/or silent action items. It’s the perfect excuse for a date night, girls night out, or an Alpha Phi reunion! All proceeds benefit the Dallas Alumnae Chapter. Not a wine drinker? No problem! All are welcome and there will be auction items to appeal to a wide audience.
Tickets are $10 and include one glass of wine and light bites. A cash bar will be available. There will be a silent auction too! Wine grab corks are $20 each and can be purchased at the event by credit card.
How does the Wine Grab work?: Draw a numbered cork and take home the matching numbered mystery bottle of wine! No limit, purchase as many corks (chances) as you like. Stock up your wine cellar and support the chapter. Everyone wins!
There are 3 Ways to Register:
1) Venmo https://venmo.com/APhiDallasTreasurer
2) PayPal https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=LTBWP9KFB7V3N
3) By check made out to “Alpha Phi Dallas Alumnae” and mailed to Marla Drake, Treasurer, 1551 San Saba Dr., Dallas, TX 75218
*Please email Marla Drake marlarainsdrake@gmail.com and let her know that your payment is for the Wine Grab once you purchase your tickets
Can’t attend or want just want to help support our chapter? Please consider donating a silent auction item. The funds we raise help us to provide support to collegiate chapters, the Alpha Phi Foundation, programming for our members, sustain our website and social media platforms and allow us to maintain and grow the chapter. All businesses and individuals who donate will be recognized for their contribution at the event and our website. Contact Hannah Bott hannahbott84@gmail.com regarding donations.
May
Talk Derby to Me Brunch
***EVENT CANCELLED Saturday, May 2nd at 10:30 a.m.
Giddy Up for a fun morning of Hats and Horses! Let’s get down and Derby with a fun filled brunch that will include Derby activities, juleps and prizes for the Most Creative Hat! The brunch will conclude with Alumnae Chapter Officer Installation. Please bring an item to donate to Dallas Animal Services (suggestion include: towels, blankets (used is fine), dog treats (they like small for training), dog or cat toys, unscented baby wipes, peanut butter (smooth).
Where: At the home of Daione Sanders (Gamma Eta) 7037 Merriman Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75231
Refreshments: Please sign up on the chapter Facebook page to bring a sweet, savory brunch dish or beverages. Think Southern, Derby type goodies!
June
Alpha Phi 74th Biennial Convention
June 24th – 28th
All of Alpha Phi will be gathering in our backyard for 4 days of sisterhood! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for how area alumnae can be a part of this very special celebration! More information will be shared via email and social media to keep you up-to-date on all the details. We want to show Alpha Phi’s everywhere that everything is bigger and better in Texas, especially the Dallas and Suburban Alpha Phi Alumnae Chapter!
Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel Dallas, 300 Reunion Blvd, Dallas (Downtown)
