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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News
HPISD Recognizes Students, Principals
The Highland Park ISD board of trustees recognized the district’s National Merit Semifinalists, outstanding high school musicians, and campus leaders during its Oct. 21 meeting.
News
Dallas Bike Lanes Can Get ‘Iffy’
Every weekend, rain or shine, Preston Hollow resident Jordan Shaw and his 11-year-old son, Blake, can be spotted riding their bikes along Northaven Trail — the boy’s laughter rolling behind like a second set of wheels.
Sports
Lady Scots Run It Back to State XC Meet
The Highland Park girls will return to the Class 5A girls state cross country meet next week, looking for the program’s 15th championship.
Site Readings
November Site Reading
Can’t wait for Thanksgiving? Start your feast early by gobbling up these tidbits from People Newspapers’ November site reading column:
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Oct. 13-19
A donut or a dog bowl? Find out what one crummy crook chose in this week’s Park Cities Crime Reports.
Schools
St. Christopher’s Montessori Expands Learning Opportunities
The young learners at St. Christopher’s Montessori School aren’t the only ones growing.
News
HPISD Teachers Don’t Need Wands to Work Their Magic
We just had one day to spend at Disneyland, and our young daughters had their hearts set on meeting the princesses in person.
Community
The Family Place Kicks Off Partners Card Fundraiser
The 33rd annual Partner’s Card Fundraiser, kicks off Oct. 24 and runs through Nov. 2.
News
Oak Hill Academy Opens New High School Campus
Oak Hill Academy announced the opening of a new high school campus at Cochran Chapel, focused on providing neurodiverse students with a tailored, whole-child education.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports Oct. 13-19
Vehicle and resident burglaries kept DPD busy in this week’s crime reports.
Schools
Creativity at Your Fingertips
With a love for forensics, fingerprints, and inspiring young minds, Abigail founded Minutiae Artistry, a program designed to introduce students to the world of forensic science through art.
Sports
Park Cities Builder Paddles Pickleball Popularity
Mark Molthan discovered pickleball several years back while on vacation with some golf buddies.
Sports
Scots Subdue Joshua For Sixth Straight Win
In Joshua, the Scots encountered a triple-option offense and solved it for a 34-10 win.
General
Events Feature Vintage Cars, Expert in Historic Homes
Preservation Park Cities’ Distinguished Speaker Luncheon: Texas Preservation is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Dallas Country Club, 4155 Mockingbird Lane, with registration opening at 11:30 a.m.
Sports
Panthers Start Fast, Roar Past Liberty
Behind an early big-play barrage, Parish Episcopal rolled past Argyle Liberty in a rematch of last year’s TAPPS Division I state championship game.