The Dallas Rocks Gala, which benefits the Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF) which fashion mogul and hip-hop producer Russell Simmons founded in 2007, along with individuals and businesses in the diamond and jewelry industry, aims to raise money to support educational initiatives that develop and empower economically disadvantaged people in African nations where diamonds are a natural resource. This year’s honorees include former first daughters Barbara Bush and Jenna Bush Hager, as well as Marilyn Augur and Dikembe Mutombo.  Entertainment for the night’s event is well above par with Smokey Robinson scheduled to serenade the crowd.  Special guest Rev Run will also be in attendance along with his wife and family.  To be held at Dallas’ historic Union Station on November 14, from 5:30pm – 1:00am.  Please visithttp://www.dallasrocks.org/ to purchase your tickets.