Tuesday Morning has acquired the entire New York inventory of fine vintage furniture and decorative accessories from Golden Oldies Ltd., a 40-year-old premier source of antiques. This weekend, more than 18,000 square feet of 19th- and 20th-century antiques will be showcased. The event will be at 14325 Gillis Road and will offer a spectacular collection of fine furniture and decorative objects for every room in the home. The hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

How do I love Preston Hollow? Let me count the ways!

Preston Hollow has long been one of the most highly desirable areas in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in which to reside. Its vast homes tucked away on rolling acres behind private gates are a testament to the grandeur found here. Preston Hollow is also home to some of the most prominent and influential people in Texas – heck, even the country! Former President George Bush and Ross Perot own homes here!

Here are just a few of the reasons why we love Preston Hollow real estate:

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Stop by Bachendorf’s in The Plaza at Preston Center before 6 p.m. today, or between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. tomorrow to catch an appearance by designer Lisa Nik.

Head to Bachendorf’s in The Galleria on Saturday for the extraordinary Shamballa Jewels Trunk Show. Don’t miss this opportunity to let your chic creative instincts fly as you design your own Shamballa Jewels bracelet. Join Shamballa Jewels’ Michael Lillelund at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Get in touch with Hollywood glamour Friday at Bachendorf’s, where the newest collection of heirloom chic jewels from famed designer Ivanka Trump will be showcased from 6 to 8 p.m. Head to the Preston Center location to view the extravagant jewels and rock tradition like Ms. Trump.

For a very limited time, you can give the gift of a lifetime — a ride on a World War II C-47 airplane! Greatest Generation Aircraft is offering gift certificates for 40-minute flight experiences with a free three-month membership to its flight activity center for $99 per person. These gift certificates can be used immediately or on any of the local flights conducted in 2012. Gift certificates for B-25 Bomber rides are also available at $499 per person. The C-47 holds 16 people, the Bomber holds 6. To purchase gift certificates, call Dana at 817-659-9249 or email greatestgeneration@yahoo.com.

Give a gift they’ll never forget! Greatest Generation Aircraft is offering gift certificates for historic rides on a WWII C47. Rides will be conducted at Meacham International Airport, located at 505 NW 38th St. Certificates are good through December 2012, so they’ll make the perfect birthday or holiday gift. Normally at $199 per person, Greatest Generation Aircraft is offering this great deal for $99 each.

Certificates for rides on a B25 Bomber are also available at $500 each. This offer is good through October 1.

To purchase, call (817) 659-9249 or email greatestgeneration@yahoo.com.

UPDATE (9/22/11): This event has been canceled.

Step back in time! Dress in 1940s fashion and come kick up your heels to the amazing live music of Buddy’s Big Band when you attend Greatest Generation Aircraft’s 1st Annual Hangar Dance at the Cavanaugh Flight Museum Oct. 1. Dance and costume contest winners will receive rides in a B-25 Bomber, a $500 value! There will also be a silent auction, swing dance lessons by Studio 22 (6:30 – 7:15 p.m.), and a Toyota Prius raffle to keep you entertained the entire night. Proceeds from the event will help restore Greatest Generation Aircraft’s WWII CG-4A Waco Glider, Vietnam-era A26-K, and other vintage military restoration projects. You can specify which restoration project you’d like to support!

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B-25J Pacific Prowler

UPDATE (9/22/11): This event has been canceled.

Dallas/Fort Worth is rich in aviation history. Greatest Generation Aircraft is a non-profit foundation that restores vintage military aircraft to their original flying condition as a tribute to the military members who flew them and as a living history lesson for their children, grandchildren, and generations to come. You can help keep ‘em flyin’ and have a great time by attending Greatest Generation Aircraft’s 1st Annual Hangar Dance at the Cavanaugh Flight Museum Oct. 1.

Enjoy live music by Buddy’s Big Band, a dance and costume contest, rides in the DC-3 and B-25 Bomber, a silent auction, swing dance lessons, a Toyota Prius raffle, and more! Proceeds from the event will help restore Greatest Generation Aircraft’s WWII CG-4A Waco Glider, Vietnam-era A26-K, and other vintage military restoration projects. You can specify which restoration project you’d like to support!

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