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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Flick Fest to Feature Legal Drama ‘The Burial’
Get ready to celebrate literature and authors during the 29th annual Highland Park Literary Festival, also known as “LitFest.”
Moody Special Olympics Team Prepares for The Court
“I am just blessed to be part of the sport again,” basketball team member Coleman Jones said during free throw practice. “I really do believe that we’re going to have a great season this year. Let’s hope for the best.”
Jones, HP Top Eagles in District Opener
A late goal by Elle Jones lifted Highland Park to victory in the opener of the District 7-6A girls soccer schedule on Tuesday.
Death of HP Pres Senior Pastor Ruled Accidental
The death of former Highland Park Presbyterian Church senior pastor Bryan Dunagan has been deemed an accident by the medical examiner, executive pastor Jay Lee wrote in an email to the church family on Jan. 23.
University Park Selects New Director of Public Works and Director of Engineering
University Park has selected Keegan Littrell, who heads the engineering division for the city of Henderson, Nevada, as its new director of public works, and has promoted city engineer Katie Barron to director of engineering.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports Jan. 15-21
Car burglars, unwelcome guests, and fraudsters appear in the Preston Hollow Crime Reports for Jan. 15-21.
Dallas Stray Cats Can Receive Free Spay, Neuter Services
The service, done in partnership between Dallas Animal Services and Spay Neuter Network, will also include rabies vaccination, FVRCP vaccination, microchipping, and ear clipping.
HP DPS Considers License Plate Reader Cameras
The Highland Park Town Council was briefed by Director of Public Safety Chuck McGinnis on this technology during its Jan. 23 study session.
State of the District Breakfast Highlights HPISD Achievements, Challenges
HPISD superintendent Mike Rockwood shared district accomplishments and remarked on upcoming financial challenges during the annual state of the district breakfast with current and former board of trustees members on Tuesday, Jan. 23.
Dancers Get in a Workout and Give Back at Moody YMCA Dance Party
More than 160 dancers worked up a sweat in the Moody YMCA gym on Sunday, Jan. 21, during the “Free Your Feet, Feel the Beat Dance Party.”
STEAM
Students Get Their Moment in The Sun
Problem-solving, ingenuity, and teamwork are tools that extend far beyond the confines of any classroom.
‘They Say There’s No Money in It’
The new documentary The Power of Prevention & The Impact of Aerobics follows the remarkable life and groundbreaking work of a local fitness legend, spry 92-year-old Dr. Kenneth Cooper.
HP Girls Keep Rolling in District Play
Highland Park maintained its position as a District 7-6A co-leader in basketball on Tuesday with a decisive 70-39 win at Richardson Berkner.
Scots Remain in Contention in Tight 7-6A
Highland Park bounced back after consecutive losses with one of its most convincing wins of the boys basketball season on Tuesday.
Fleurs de Villes to Celebrate Local Arts, Culture
The exhibition will take place at NorthPark Center March 20-24 and is free and open to the public.