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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Mayor Stewart Gives Back to the City He Loves
“I never aspired to be a mayor,” said Tommy Stewart, who will soon begin his third term as the city’s leader. “I just wanted to be involved and do what I could do to help the city and do what they called on me to do. And I did, I think.”
Camps
Parish Camps Include Baking, Dance, and Taylor Swift
Parish Episcopal School offers so many summer programs, everyone from academic credit-chasing scholars to Swifties should find the ideal experience.
Election
Early Voting in HP Mayor, Town Council Election Begins April 22
The election for Highland Park mayor and town council members is on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Two candidates have filed for mayor, and six candidates are competing for five spots on the town council.
Events
‘Losing Grace Finding Hope’ to Premier in Dallas
Losing Grace Finding Hope, a documentary that seeks to spread awareness about the growing epidemic of suicide by shining a light on the loved ones left behind, will have its Texas premier at the Dallas International Film Festival at the end of April.
Society
Out & About: Healthy Futures Film Contest Patron Party
Fay and Brian Lidji recently hosted local leaders and donors in their home to support the Healthy Futures of Texas 9th-Annual Student Film Contest.
Society
Out & About: Junior League of Dallas Platinum Dinner
The celebration, chaired by Allison Gaughan, consisted of a cocktail reception followed by a seated dinner.
PH Hudson House to Open April 22
The Preston Forest Village location will be open Sunday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Preston Playhouse Offers Pickleball, Padel, Swimming Pool
Preston Playhouse comes from developer and operator WoodHouse, which creates, owns, and operates experiential spaces, including Park House Dallas, José, and T Bar M Racquet Club.
Society
CFT Awards $625K to 19 Local Nonprofits
The awarded nonprofits serve their communities through endeavors such as helping their community medically, economically, and through education. They work with community stakeholders and locals in the community to discuss necessities and programming.
Allen Set to Receive Tom Landry Award
Not only is the Highland Park legend one of the winningest football coaches in the state’s history, but he still dons Landry’s trademark suit and fedora on the sidelines to show his appreciation for the late Dallas Cowboys architect.
Christy Rost: Delectable Pasta Dish a Recipe For Romance
It’s the ultimate comfort food for busy weeks, chilly days, and romantic dinners a deux.
Comings and Goings
Breeze Urgent Care, C7 Training, and Scottie are among recent openings in the Park Cities and Preston Hollow.
Obituaries
Oil Baron, Philanthropist William Herbert Hunt Dies at 95
A celebration of Hunt’s life will take place at 3 p.m. on April 23 at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, where he was a long-time member and served as a Deacon and Elder, according to a Dallas Morning News obituary.
Seeing Doubles: Scots Earn 7-6A Titles
Highland Park won all three doubles brackets at the recent District 7-6A tennis tournament. The Scots will send nine athletes to regionals.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports April 8-14
The Park Cities are beset by fraudsters, burglars and reckless drivers in this week’s crime reports.