The Mom's Digest Archives - Lake Highlands

Q: Decluttering blogger to discuss her new book at Audelia Library

[caption id="attachment_84032" align="aligncenter" width="819"] Dana K. White will discuss her new book at the Audelia Library Oct. 26[/caption] Ever tried to declutter and found you merely ended up with piles of “stuff” in the middle of the room? Local author, speaker and decluttering expert Dana K. White says, no offense, but you’re doing it wrong. Oh, she’s not judging. White, who started the blog A Slob Comes Clean , says all the practical tips she shares in her books she learned from her own housekeeping struggles. White will visit the Audelia Road Library to discuss her newest release, Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning Your Never-Ending Battle with Stuff at 6 p.m. Oct. 25. You can also ask about her previous book, How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind , or her weekly podcasts and videos. There’ll be refreshments at the free event and a chance to purchase White’s newest book and have it autographed.

Q: Swim with your dog this Sunday at Lake Highlands North pool

[caption id="attachment_83080" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Dog Day Afternoon is Aug. 26 at the Lake Highlands North pool[/caption] Construction has begun on the city’s new Lake Highlands Neighborhood Family Aquatic Center, set to open across from Lake Highlands High School in May 2019. And the scene has created nostalgia in LHers who’ve been swimming there since they were knee high to a bullfrog. The pool, called Skyline back in the day, was later renamed Lake Highlands North and will soon be removed. On its final day, the pool will host Dog Day Afternoon, and residents are invited to bring their four-legged friends to enjoy some fun in the sun. There will be a doggie swimsuit competition, a distance “splash” contest and other games and prizes. Entrance is $5 for dogs (people are free), but you’ll need proof of your pooch’s current rabies vaccination and city registration. Dog Day Afternoon is Sunday, Aug. 26 from 2-5 p.m. You can read Christina Hughes' deep dive story about how Dallas is moving from the segregated pools of the past to today’s fancy aquatic centers here . But here’s a warning: when the new swim center opens, you’ll be admitted wearing anything but cotton .

Q: Want to help children who have been abused or neglected? Buy a raffle ticket (or two) at the Parade of Playhouses

[caption id="attachment_78986" align="alignnone" width="1000"] After winning the Grasshopper House from the Parade of Playhouses, Lake Highlands neighbor Julie Noble donated it to Saint James.[/caption] If you find yourself shopping this weekend, be sure to check out the imaginative playhouses scattered throughout NorthPark Center's first floor. Dallas CASA's 23rd annual Parade of Playhouses opens Friday, June 29 and closes Sunday, July 15. Donated by local builders, architects and organizations, the whimsical playhouses range from a Whataburger drive-thru to an acorn. To win one for yourself, you can purchase $5 raffle tickets during the event. All of the proceeds benefit Dallas CASA, an organization that assists children in foster care. More than 1,000 volunteers advocated for 3,118 local children in protective care in 2017, but more assistance is needed. Learn more about the organization here , and get all the details about the fundraiser here.

Q: Home tour will benefit moms, kids at Pamper Lake Highlands

[caption id="attachment_81793" align="aligncenter" width="900"] 4502 Watauga will be featured on the New Leaf Spring Home Tour benefiting Pamper Lake Highlands[/caption] Mother’s Day Weekend is a great time for a home tour, and Saturday’s New Leaf Spring Home Tour will enable you to have a lovely day with mom while benefiting impoverished moms and children here in our neighborhood. Ticket proceeds benefit Pamper Lake Highlands . Homes on the tour include 9161 Vintage Oaks in the new Bordeaux area near Lake Highlands High School, 6726 Park Lane near Hillcrest, 4502 Watauga in Bluffview, 7202 Brennans near White Rock Lake and 8822 Grenore near the Arboretum. New Leaf is owned by LH residents Scott and Melissa Powell. The tour runs from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. May 12, and $10 tickets are available online here . [caption id="attachment_81792" align="aligncenter" width="738"] 7207 Brennans near White Rock Lake[/caption]

Q: Youth Believing in Change: Volunteers needed to read with kids

[caption id="attachment_81784" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Youth Believing in Change is looking for volunteers to read with children[/caption] Have a little extra time to help kids this summer? Youth Believing in Change is seeking volunteers to read with children during the summer months from 12:30-1:30 Mon-Thurs (choose your days). The Lake Highlands ministry provides after school care during the school year and all day programs over the summer, offering underprivileged children healthy meals and snacks, help retaining their school year growth and a loving introduction to the word of God. You can learn more here . If you have time to help children read, call 214-692-9242 or email ybc@ybcdallas.org . If you’d rather make a donation, you may contribute here . YBC is located at 8574 Stults Road near the Lake Highlands YMCA.

Decluttering blogger to discuss her new book at Audelia Library

By Carol Toler|2018-10-15T13:56:21-05:00October 15th, 2018|Books, Entertainment, Events, News, Notes from City Hall, Shopping, The Mom's Digest|

By Carol Toler|2018-07-10T10:05:35-05:00May 9th, 2018|News, Nonprofits and Volunteers, The Mom's Digest|

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Flag Pole Hill to get All Abilities Playground after Run the Highlands

By Carol Toler|2018-07-10T09:45:31-05:00May 1st, 2018|Events, Multimedia, News, Nonprofits and Volunteers, Photos, The Mom's Digest, White Rock Lake|

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