The Elks’ annual Thanksgiving Charity Ball was once Austin’s biggest holiday event, raising thousands to help local families in need and leaving a legacy of generosity and community spirit.

Attendees of the 2025 Crystal Charity Ball were promised an Expedition d’ Elegance, and indeed, Dallas’ grand dame gala ...

One hundred years ago, kids all over Buffalo were preparing for their first big social event, something that was considered their invitation into elegant society. They were choosing ball gowns and ...

Once the charity ball was a stately affair where the rich paid a large admission’ fee for the privilege of dancing sedately with each other for the sake of the poor or the worthy. In many U.S.