Events
From school fundraisers and gallery openings to community festivals and neighborhood get-togethers, this is where you’ll find everything happening in and around the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Whether you’re looking to make weekend plans or support a local cause, our events calendar keeps you connected to the heart of your community
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Society
Methodist Health System Foundation Announces 2024 Folsom Leadership Award Recipient
James Keyes is known for his leadership through business and work as a philanthropist, author, artist, musician, and commercial pilot.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports April 15-21
Trespassers, burglars, and public drunks appear in this week’s Preston Hollow Crime Reports.
Society
Out & About: Compass School of Texas Rock the Runway
The Compass School of Texas celebrated Texas Independence Day with an evening of country music, barbecue, and an auction at the JSX Hangar.
Society
Out & About: DMA Art Ball
Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld chaired the “MOMENTUM”-themed event.
University Park’s First Congregation Welcomes Those in Need of a Place
University Park’s oldest congregation met for the first time in 1899 at Temple Emanu-El because no churches would welcome its members in their buildings. The congregation has since made it a mission to open its doors to others in need of a place.
Obituaries
Dancer and Longtime Teacher Bill Atkinson Dies at 94
A memorial mass and celebration of life for Atkinson will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 8017 Preston Rd.
Events
Festival of Joy Brings Indian Culture to Klyde Warren Park
The Festival of Joy, a celebration of spirituality and Indian culture, will return to Klyde Warren Park on Saturday, April 27, with a parade, Indian street fair, children’s activities, free vegetarian feast and evening concert.
Society
Out & About: JLD Milestones Luncheon
Supporters gathered to hear a discussion between “Good Morning America” co-host Robin Roberts and emcee and WFAA anchor Cynthia Izaguirre.
Foxtrot Closes All Locations
The specialty grocer and cafe announced the closure on April 23 which includes four in Dallas — Snider Plaza, Uptown, Knox-Henderson, and Greenville Avenue.
UP Staff to Hold Meeting on Snider Plaza Construction
An in-person meeting will be held in City Council chambers at 3800 University Blvd. at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30. A virtual meeting will be held via webinar at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 25. The same information will be presented at both meetings, and staff will answer questions from attendees.
HP Athletes Select College Destinations
Highland Park has a lengthy history of producing college-ready pitchers and shortstops, and both are part of this year’s class of signees.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports April 15-21
Mayhem makers in this week’s Park Cities crime reports include carjackers, sneaky thieves and bumbling burglars.
Meet Your Candidates for Dallas ISD District 1 Trustee
Three candidates are on the ballot for the May 4 race, which represents northwest Dallas and parts of Preston Hollow.
Site Readings
May Site Reading
It’s almost summertime, and what better way to celebrate than by reading our May paper?
Dive Expands to Create Urban Farm in Skate Park
On Earth Day and every day, Francesca Nor is deeply committed to sustainability and providing clean, responsibly sourced food at Dive Coastal Cuisine, her Snider Plaza restaurant.