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Yard of the Month
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Bulk Trash Schedule
| The earliest set out date this month is...
Thursday, April 14th
Please place your bulk trash by the curb between Thursday, April 14th and before 7am on Monday, April 18th.
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White Rock Local Market
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Nixle Security Alert Service
| During our Fall Meeting, DPD recommended that citizens try a service called Nixle (www.nixle.com). Nixle sends security information about your neighborhood directly to your cell phone. Try it and tell us what you think.
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Budget Update
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Updated account balances as of Thursday, April 7th 2011:
General Account: $6188.55
Security Funds: $1542.00
Portal Fund: $12941.71
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Minutes
| Attached is a copy of the minutes from the most recent Board of Directors meeting.
March 2011 Minutes
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Guest Speaker: Spring Meeting
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Clayton Lee Bailey
Clayton Lee Bailey is committed to helping homeowners and consumers understand thier role in preserving the planet through education on home energy consumption, and an examination of our personal habits as they relate to the carbon footprint we leave behind. He will show you ways to start reducing carbon emissions, save both energy and dollars year after year and jump start you on the path of responsibility for the planet we share!
Clayton is a licensed green home inspector and local artist. He lives in East Dallas.
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Mail Call
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Keep an eye on your mailbox: OLHNA will be mailing out information regarding the upcoming April 27th meeting, as well as membership forms. Letters should arrive in about a week.
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Town Hall Meeting this Saturday
State Rep. Kenneth Sheets, District 107, will host a Town Hall Meeting this Saturday, 1:00pm at Lochwood Library.
For more details, please see the attached flyer.
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Hexter Elementary
PreK Round-Up
April 14th @ 6:00 pm
For children 4 years of age by Sept. 1, 2011
Debra Kirkpatrick
Hexter Elementary School
Office Manager
972-502-5800
While we try to teach our children all about life,
Our children teach us what life is all about.
Angela Schwindt
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WRL Centennial Family Fun Weekend
Please see the attached flyer about White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration events this coming weekend.
Family Fun Weekend Events
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Greetings Neighbor!
April is here and that means two things for OLHNA: time for dues, and time to re-elect a new Board of Directors. For the past two years, I've had the pleasure of serving with a group of great volunteers who give up their free time to help make our neighborhood a little bit better. It has been a great experience for me, and I look forward to staying in touch with the friends I've made. The new Board of Directors will be elected on April 27th at 7pm during our Spring General Meeting at St. John's School on Harter Road. Whether you are interested in volunteering, or just want to support your neighborhood, we hope to see you there (food and drinks provided!).
Thank you for your support,
Ryan Spicer President Old Lake Highlands Neighborhood Association
PS: Don't forget to forward this newsletter to your friends and neighbors!
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New Sponsor!!! Zubras Electric  Zubras Electric, Inc. 4221 Cedar Lake Drive Dallas, Texas, 75227 214-319-6900 800-798-1171 214-319-6950 (fax) www.zubraselectric.com |
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White Rock Local Market
Below are some pictures from the recent market. The next market is April 9th, on the corner of Buckner and Northcliff. 
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Board Elections
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The OLH Board of Directors is nearing the end of its two year term, which means that it is time to elect a new Board. Elections will be held during the April General Meeting (April 27th, 7PM, St. John's School on Harter Road). If you or someone you know would be interested in volunteering or becoming more active in the community, then please contact the OLH Vice President at vicepresident@oldlakehighlands.com.
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Real Estate Stats
School's Rule
Elle Realty has committed to supporting the Hexter Elementary White Rock Home Tour again this year; albeit in a smaller way than serving as presenting sponsor, which we did in 2007. In any case, we couldn't be happier about having our office located in the same neighborhood as the blue-ribbon award winner and exemplary elementary school. Hexter has consistently remained "on top" among the Dallas schools' roster, and when it comes to re-sale, that makes a difference for the sellers in the neighborhood. Even if you don't have children, even if you will never have children-- school(s) do play a role in the overall desirability of a neighborhood.
I was a classroom teacher..... read more here
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Annual Membership Dues
Please remember to renew your membership this April. Dues are only $20 per household and only $5 for Seniors. If you own a business, you can advertise with OLH for $360 per year. Membership dues help pay for insurance, portal maintenance, letters and mailings, website fees, and this newsletter. Thank you for your support!
Renew your membership online here.
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Dallas Stages Recycling Rally
City Stages 1960's style Rally for Recycling at Whole Foods Market in Lakewood
WHAT:
City of Dallas Waste Diversion Team's 1960's style Rally for Recycling at Whole Foods Market. Sanitation employees and volunteers will drop some knowledge and rap about wicked waste diversion opportunities in Dallas. All of the groovy cats and hip chicks will dig it! The 1960's style recycling rally is a far out chance for squares, flakes, and kooks to score some knowledge that will help them to stop being a sponge when it comes to the environment. This event is presented by the City of Dallas and supported in part by the Whole Foods Market in Lakewood and Mother Earth Radio.
WHEN:
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 31, 2011
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Whole Foods Market
2118 Abrams Road
Dallas, TX 75214
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Sheila Overton
Dallas Sanitation Department
sheila.overton@dallascityhall.com
Office: 214-670-3555
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A PEEP AT THE COOPSTHE URBAN COOP TOURMay 1, 201111:00-5:00Plans are hatching to once again feature coops for city chickens on this FREE, self-guided tour that will take place around the beautiful East Dallas area. The coops will highlight different approaches to keeping and enjoying these pampered pets, "eggsellent" layers, and a great addition to a green lifestyle. Visitors will have the opportunity to see many different breeds of chickens, from small to large, and learn about their unique personalities and characteristics. Several other sustainable practices will be on view as well, such as beekeeping, composting, rainwater harvesting and more! Come and engage in a little "chicken chat" with our interesting hosts and sponsors. For more information, click here.
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6th Annual Advocate Magazines White Rock Home Tour
Presented by Ed Murchison, Realtor, Specializing in Mid-Century Modern Homes, Virginia Cook, Realtors
When: April 16 - 17, noon to 5 p.m. Where: White Rock Lake area. See www.whiterockhometour.org for confirmed locations. Cost: $10 in advance at White Rock Coffee, GreenSpot and neighboring Tom Thumb locations. Or, $15 during the tour at any tour-home. What: Tours with remarks by docents at five White Rock area modern homes. For more info, please click here.
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The Comerica Lakewoodstock Neighborhood Festival is just around the corner on May 15th. The festival is a family-oriented arts and music festival geared to improve our community and promote the Lakewood Village Shopping Center by allowing neighbors to shop while enjoying food and beverages from local businesses. This year we will have over 20 different children's activities, 40 artists, and 16 different bands and singers. There are many opportunities for you to be involved: Artist AreaIf you are an artist and would like to have a booth at the event, 10x10 booth space is only $100. Please email Carol at artists@lakewoodstock.com for more information and to request an application. Non-profit and Business AreaIf you are involved with a non-profit or have your own business and are interested in having a booth at the festival email Kelly at vendors@lakewoodstock.com for more information. VolunteersIf you would like to volunteer at the event please send Wilson an email at volunteer@lakewoodstock.com. There are many different ways to get involved. Thanks, Kelly Cockrell Lakewoodstock Kids and Vendor Areas 214-202-7295 fax: 214-660-4301 |
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Thank You For Your Support.
Do you know the scoop in Old Lake Highlands? We encourage our neighbors to share news about what's going on with local Schools, Churches, and events.
Sincerely,
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