DALLAS ARTS DISTRICT PRESENTS
Community Breakfast

The Dallas Arts District is proud to present the Annual Community Breakfast celebrating the retirement of Lily Cabatu Weiss. Her nearly 10-year tenure as Executive Director of the Dallas Arts District brings us together at the Annual Community Breakfast to celebrate.  Flora Street has been “the street where (she) lives” for nearly 48 years.  We will be announcing the surprise featured artists soon.  The Dallas Arts District has much to celebrate as we begin 2026. 

Please note: This event will take place in the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, East Lobby.

Meyerson Symphony Center
2301 Flora St.
Dallas, TX 75201

Schedule:
7:30 am – Registration, Coffee Bar, Table Seating
8:00 am – Welcome
8:15 am – State of the Arts District
8:30 am – Featured Artist Performances

Pricing:

Dallas Artist/Education Sponsor | Logo Recognition ($2,500) | Two tables of 8 (One Table for Sponsor Organization, One table for Students from Dallas ISD or Dallas Artists) | Eight Through the Lens Books

Premiere VIP Table | Logo Recognition ($1,500) | One table of 8 | Eight Through the Lens Books

Master Class Sponsor | Logo Recognition ($1,000) | One table of 8 | Two Through the Lens Books

VIP Sponsor Table | Logo Recognition ($850) | One table of 8 | Two Through the Lens Books

Table for 8 ($600)

Tickets: $85

Artist Ticket (limited number): $25

Tickets are available for purchase here or by calling 214-871-5000. 

Attire: Business

Keynote Artist | Garry Williams

Garry Williams is a Dallas-based jazz vocalist whose sound blends technical mastery with soulful, conversational expression. Known for his versatility, he moves seamlessly from high-energy swing to intimate ballads, always delivering performances that connect deeply with his audience. A proud graduate of Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and the University of North Texas—where he was a member of the celebrated UNT Jazz Singers—Garry brings both excellence and authenticity to every stage.

Today, Garry is honored to lead as Principal of his alma mater, inspiring and being inspired by the next generation of young artists. His contributions to the jazz community have earned him regional acclaim, including the prestigious Jazz Innovator Award from D’JAM (Dallas Jazz Appreciation Month) recognizing his creative impact and dedication to the evolving jazz tradition. Whether performing at jazz venues or shaping future voices in the classroom, Garry remains inspired by the world of jazz.

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