Congrats to our Yard of the Month winners! 🌿 Meet our adorable Pets of the Month 🐾. Get ready for National Night Out on October 1st with fun, food, and music 🎉. Don't miss the Lakewood Library's Annual Book Sale 📚. Plus, back-to-school updates and more community events.
Hello Vickery Place neighbors!
Welcome to the August edition of our newsletter! As summer blazes on, our community is buzzing with activities, events, and important updates to keep you connected and informed. Whether you're looking to celebrate local achievements, join in on community events, or stay updated with neighborhood news, this month's newsletter has something for everyone.
So, grab a cool drink, find a shady spot, and dive into all the exciting things happening in our vibrant Vickery Place community. Let's make the most of these sunny days together!
Stay cool and enjoy the read!
Warm regards,
The Vickery Place Neighborhood Association
Yard of the Month - 5413 Goodwin
Congratulations to Barbara and Walt Marcum and Willa for winning Yard of the Month for August 2024. And a sincere thank you to North haven Gardens for their continued support of Vickery Place’s Yard of the Month initiative. In support of outdoor beautification, North haven Gardens will gift Barbara and Walt a $50 gift card.
5413 Goodwin is a beautiful example of glorious looking yards through smart design. Some favorites the Marcum’s recommend are heat-tolerant Zoysia grass for front and back, large Maple and crepe myrtle trees for shade, Japanese maples, nandinas, and encore azaleas in beds, and hydrangeas along an east-fence line.
Pets of the Month - Cindy and Millie
This month's VPNA Pet of the Month is Cinderella & Millie! Cinderella & Millie will be receiving a generous gift basket custom curated just for them from our neighbor Dr. Benjamin Wright & his team at Lakewood Vet Center.
Cindy is a 4 year old Dalmatian who moved to Texas from Sweden in 2020. Millie is about 5 years old and is a Chocolate Lab Rescue from Retrieve A Friend here in the DFW area. They both love taking long walks around Vickery Place and love to say "Hi!" to their friends on the sidewalks. Cindy loves to do Agility training at What A Great Dog! whereas Millie prefers to play fetch in the yard. Be sure to say hey around the neighborhood!
Nominate a Pet to win Pet of the Month below:
National Night Out 2024 - October 1st
Mark your calendars for our annual neighborhood National Night Out
Against Crime Block Party on Tuesday, October 1st
from 6:00 pm- 9:00pm. It will be on Glencoe between Miller
and Willis. This is a great way to meet new neighbors and reconnect with others.
There will be another great musical performance by neighbor
Kirk Tatom, food trucks, local artisans and vendors, children's activities (face painting and balloon animals) as well as beer and wine and VPNA merchandise
Be sure to bring cash or credit cards for the raffle and other items for purchase! There are some great prizes offered by local vendors.
We hope to see you there!
If you would like to volunteer for this event, even
for a 30 minute shift at the raffle table or helping to
set up or clean up, please email [email protected].
Showcase Your Business at this year's NNO! Donate, Sponsor, Be a Vendor!
The Vickery Place Neighborhood Association (VPNA) is gearing up for our annual National Night Out (NNO) on October 1, 2024, and we need your help to make it a success! We're seeking local businesses to donate gift cards to raffle off at the event. Additionally, we're inviting local small businesses to participate as vendors to sell their goods. Looking to sponsor something for the little ones? We have six spots available if you're interested in sponsoring a kid-friendly activity booth, such as face painting, balloon animals, or glow stick giveaways. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business and engage with our wonderful community. If you or someone you know owns a small business near Vickery Place and want to be part of this highly anticipated event, please contact [email protected].
Back to School!
Welcome back to school, Vickery Place! Dallas ISD starts back to school on Monday, August 12th.
Welcome back, Geneva Heights Students & Families!
We are excited to welcome Geneva Heights Elementary back to the neighborhood for the upcoming school year! After a two-year renovation, Geneva Heights Elementary plans to welcome students back to its home campus on Goodwin Avenue for the 2024-25 school year. The construction team will be demobilizing heavy equipment and finalizing the landscaping and exterior areas in the coming weeks. The latest information and updates can be found on the district's Bond Updates website.
Dallas ISD Clear Backpack Policy
In an ongoing effort to foster safer schools, Dallas ISD is expanding its clear backpack requirement to all students in grades pre-K through 12 for the upcoming school year. Mesh backpacks will continue to be an option as well, and students may still carry a small, non-clear pouch in their backpack to hold personal items. The district will provide each student with a clear backpack at no cost. Parents may also purchase a clear or mesh backpack for their students.
SUNSHINE & SNOW CONES - PreK/Kinder Fams
When: Saturday August 10th, 2024,
10:00 AM: INCOMING PRE-K
10:30 AM: INCOMING KINDER CLASS
Where: Geneva Heights BRAND NEW campus! 5895 Goodwin Ave
Book Club
Welcome to the VPNA book club. We are a once-a-month group that meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month. We LOVE to have new members, so if you've never been there are always new people. And you can still come, even if you don't finish the book.
Book for Aug 8 - Mastering the Art of French Murder (a lighter summer read) by Colleen Cambridge
Book for Sep 12 - The Memory Police by Yoko Agawa
We meet at 6:45pm. Below is a link to RSVP. You'll only get one more email each month the week before we meet. If you have book suggestions to add to the list, please include them in the RSVP sheet next to your name.
Please feel free to join even if you haven't finished the book.
I will post each month's book the day after each meeting.
Andrea Hundley
Join Us for the Lakewood Library Friends Annual Book Sale Fundraiser!
Lakewood Library Friends is excited to invite you to their much-anticipated Annual Book Sale Fundraiser! This event is a wonderful opportunity to find your next favorite book while supporting the Lakewood Branch of the Dallas Public Library. There's something magical about book sales where every story gets to live a second, third, or fourth life. Their selection this year is exceptional especially rare and art books, sci fi too.
Event Details:
- Members Only VIP Access:
- September 3: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Open to the Public:
- September 4: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- September 5: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- September 6: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- September 7: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Lakewood Library Friends
Dallas Lakewood Library
6121 Worth Street
Dallas, TX 75214
For more information, please visit our website: Lakewood Library Friends
Water Conservation Ordinance Still in Effect
Reminder that Dallas is still observing a water conservation ordinance. Watering is prohibited between 10 am and 6pm until October 31st.
Lakewood Service League
The 2024-25 service year starts in a few short weeks so use the QR code now to get informed and join!
Bulk Trash Pickup for Vickery Place
Bulky Item Collections will return the week of August 12th. Items may be placed for collection from Thursday, August 8th through Sunday, August 11th.
Storm debris that has not been collected may remain at the curb. Non-storm-related brush and bulky items should only be placed at the curb before the neighborhood's regular collection week. Up to 30 cubic yards of regular brush and bulky items will be collected at no cost in August.
Pre-Collection Week Actions Available to Residents:
- Trash bags, small items, and twigs can be placed in the garbage roll cart for collection.
- Customers may consider self-hauling waste at no cost to any of the city's disposal sites. More information about set-out schedules and disposal sites can be found online at Dallas.gov/Sanitation.
- Cut large branches and limbs into manageable lengths, no longer than 10 feet and no wider than 12 inches in diameter. Crews may not be able to collect oversize debris.
- During the week of collection, keep all vehicles at least 20 feet away from storm-related debris piles between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to allow for passage of equipment to remove material.
For the complete update visit The City of Dallas Sanitation Services Website
New on the Block - Read Shop
Be sure to checkout our newest neighbor, Read Shop, located on the corner of Henderson and Homer. Read Shop has great coffee, pastries and a huge assortment of books and gifts. They are dog friendly inside while ordering and even have little gourmet dog biscuits at the counter.
Welcome to the neighborhood, Read Shop!
Do you know the difference between Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke?
As we dive deeper into the hot summer months, it's crucial to be aware of the risks associated with extreme heat and how to handle them. The image provided by the City of Dallas offers vital information on recognizing and responding to heat exhaustion and heat stroke, two serious heat-related conditions.
Heat Exhaustion
Symptoms:
- Fainting or dizziness
- Excessive sweating
- Cool, pale, clammy skin
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rapid, weak pulse
- Muscle cramps
What to Do:
- Move to a Cooler Place: Get to an air-conditioned environment or a shady spot to help lower your body temperature.
- Hydrate: Drink water if you are fully conscious. It's important to rehydrate to help your body cool down.
- Cool Down: Take a cool shower or use cold compresses to help bring your body temperature down.
Heat Stroke
Symptoms:
- Throbbing headache
- No sweating
- Body temperature above 103°F
- Red, hot, dry skin
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rapid, strong pulse
- Possible loss of consciousness
What to Do:
- Call 911 Immediately: Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Prompt action is crucial.
- Cool the Person Down: While waiting for emergency services, take immediate steps to cool the person. Move them to a cooler place, use cold compresses, and fan them to help reduce their body temperature.
Heat-related illnesses can escalate quickly, especially during the peak summer months. Recognizing the symptoms and knowing the proper steps to take can make a significant difference in outcomes. Stay vigilant, stay cool, and ensure you and your loved ones are safe from the dangers of extreme heat.
That's it for this month! Let us know if there is anything you'd like to see in the newsletter!
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