The Town of Highland Park Parks Department and Dallas County Health and Human Services monitors several mosquito traps within the town limits. Mosquito samples from each trap are tested on a weekly basis for..
1) total number of adult mosquitoes in each trap; and 2) the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV). Test results revealed a positive sample for WNV from a mosquito collected on the west side of Highland Park. In response, the Parks Department will conduct gro...
The Town of Highland Park has procured a consulting firm (RJN Group, Inc.) to study a portion of the Town’s sanitary sewer main. Work crews will be attempting to locate defects/cross connections in the sewer line by using a method called "smoke testing."
The method consists of blowing large volumes of smoke and air through a section of sewer line. Access to these sewer lines are granted by way of opening and entering sanitary sewer manholes and clean outs in streets, alleys, and easements. The smoke follo...
Experience Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the US, with some healthy competition and social fun! This paddle and wiffle ball sport is perfect for beginners and seasoned players alike.
The Town of Highland Park and the City of University Park have partnered with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on courses designed for those interested in landscaping and water conservation.
The Town of Highland Park and the City of University Park have partnered with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension on courses designed for those interested in landscaping and water conservation. There is no cost to attend these courses, but we ask t...Read on...
The Town of Highland Park encourages people to report coyote sightings to assist the Town tracking sightings in our town – including attacks and aggressive behavior.
The HPDPS will use the information to identify coyote territories, travel patterns and places where unusually aggressive animals have been spotted. You may report a coyote sighting by completing the following online form (www.hptx.org/coyote).&am...Read on...
The Town of Highland Park - Parks and Recreation Department and the Highland Park Harvey R. “Bum” Bright Library want you to know that reading is just a walk in the park this summer. StoryWalk is an international literacy initiative ...
Check out our stellar summer events for the family in June. Meet Galactic Animals, Code a Robot, Sing with Pete the Cat, and Touch a Firetruck!
The Town of Highland Park - Parks and Recreation Department and the Highland Park Harvey R. “Bum” Bright Library will be hosting several plein air art opportunities this summer. These programs allow adults of all skill levels to lear...
Teen Cupcake WarsSponsored by Christine McKenny and Allie Beth Allman & Associates.Join the University Park Public Library and the Highland Park Library for Teen Cupcake Wars on Tuesday, July 16, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., at the Highland Park Libr...Read on...
Join the University Park Public Library and the Highland Park Library for Teen Cupcake Wars on
The Highland Park Library offers Story Time for children.
Practicing Tai Chi & Qigong can provide numerous health benefits that reduce stress, increase relaxation & energy, improve balance, strength, coordination & flexibility, lower blood pressure & enhance brain function & boost your immune system.
Join us every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in the DPS Training Room as we take the mystery out of meditation and teach you simple techniques, backed by scientific research, to help you lose some of your stress & gain more of what you want from life.