Around the Heights
October 2021 Yard of the Month: 1142 Lawrence
Congratulations to our October Yard of the Month: The Eversole Garden at 1142 Lawrence Pat’s Patio Garden was designed a little over 12 years ago with the help of Linda Gay, the former longtime director of Mercer Botanic Garden, after Jerry and Pat Eversole designed and built their new home on two lots on the corner of Lawrence and 12th Street. The semi-circular driveway includes a stone bench, where a restful moment under the Live Oak is the perfect spot to enjoy the lush variety of plantings, [...]
True North’s Inaugural Artist Sip & Stroll Event is a Huge Success
One of the most sought-after live auction items at our Virtual Candlelight Dinner back in May was the opportunity to take part in our inaugural True North Artist Sip & Stroll event. And on Friday, September 24th, Sip & Stroll auction winners Houston and Kristen Netherland, along with a group of their guests, got to cash in on this auction item by taking part in a unique, curated experience along Heights Boulevard, complete with wine, food, and a reception. Led by Chris Silkwood, one of True North’s [...]
Julia Ousley’s “Onward and Upward” on Heights Boulevard for True North 2021
Julia Ousley knew at an early age she wanted to be an artist but her path there was long and winding. She first sought a more practical and “expected” career, after receiving a B.S. from Baylor University, in the medical field. She later obtained her M.Arch from University of Texas and moved into the “practical art” of architecture. After years of success in that field, yet still yearning to create art, she returned to school where she received an M.F.A. from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, and permanently moved [...]
Underwriting for True North, a Heights Boulevard sculpture project
As we enter the home stretch for the 2021 Heights Boulevard sculpture project and launch our underwriting campaign for True North 2022, we’d like to recognize the Underwriters and supporters once again—generous individuals, businesses, professionals, and organizations who make this exhibition happen. The True North Team, Heights residents, and the many visitors to our unique neighborhood thank you! Rodin Lucas Craftsmanship Miró Boulevard Realty Linda and Simon Eyles Laura Menefee and Paula Johnson Calder June and Steve Barth | Donna and Jim Bennett | Braun Enterprises | [...]
Candidate Statements, Plus the Full 2022 Board Election Schedule
This past year has flown by, and as we look forward to 2022, we are excited to introduce our candidates for the HHA Board. Of the 15 board seats, seven will be open at the end of this year. We have six great candidates for those positions. The five nominees elected to the Board receiving the most votes will serve three-year terms, and the sixth nominee will serve a two-year term. Be sure to attend the General Meeting on Monday, October 11th to hear candidates (either live [...]
Over 150 Riders Took to the Streets for Our 2021 Encore Bicycle Rally
Rainy weather threatened to put a damper on our Encore 2021 Heights Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt, but the sun came out just enough for our riders to safely hit the streets and trails looking for clues. 156 riders joined in on the family-friendly fun, which kicked off on Saturday, October 2nd and concluded Sunday, October 3rd at 5 PM. Thank you to everyone who participated! We hope you all enjoyed putting your brains to the test while rollin' around the Heights. We're excited to say the results are in, and the [...]
