Spring Fling Junius Heights Block Party

Saturday, April 27, 2024 | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Parkmont Street

Spring Fling 2024

Join your neighbors on Saturday, April 27, for the Spring Fling Junius Heights Block Party, hosted by the Junius Heights Historic District Board and sponsored by Gia Marshello and Marsue Williams!

Check in at the entry table at Parkmont and Junius. Entry is FREE to current Junius Heights Historic District members and only $35 to non-member households. Entry fee includes an annual membership to the JHHD.

So much fun to be had at Spring Fling, including…

Live Local Music

? Eric Folkerth
? Ben Ledbetter Riemer
? Rowdy Dowdy Band
? East Dallas Jam Sessions – Bring your guitar if you want to play!

Eats & Drinks

? Hot dogs, chips and drinks courtesy of Junius Heights Church
? Snacks courtesy of Grace United Methodist
? Popcorn courtesy of East Dallas Christian Church
? Healthy fruit munchies courtesy of the Libson family
? Home brew courtesy of Junius Heights Brew Club
? Local brew courtesy of Lakewood Brewing Co.
? Champagne courtesy of Talulah & HESS

Friendly Competition for JHHD Trophies

? Chili Cook-Off – See rules below!
? Dessert Bake-Off – See rules below!

Fun for All Ages

? Corn Hole
? Crafting and story time courtesy of Lakewood Library Friends
? Glitter tattoos courtesy of Junius Heights Church
? Face painting courtesy of City Council District 2 Member Jesse Moreno
? Yard games, bubbles and sidewalk chalk courtesy of East Dallas Christian Church

Streetcar Experience

? JHHD streetcar photo op with Conductor René Schmidt
? Historic streetcar memorabilia
? James Dolande of Northern Texas Traction Club display of streetcar models

Prizes All Afternoon

?? Gift cards courtesy of North Haven Gardens and Club Pilates

Chili Cook-Off Rules

?? Turn in your crockpot of chili to Parkmont Street by 1:30PM on Saturday, April 27.
?? Tables with extension cords and power strips will be provided to keep your chili hot.
?? Tape your name to the bottom of your crockpot.
?? Judging will begin promptly at 1:30PM and Spring Fling goers will be able to enjoy your entry starting at 2PM.

Dessert Bake-Off Rules

? Turn in your baked goods to Parkmont Street by 1:30PM on Saturday, April 27.
? Bring enough for our judges to try and to share with your neighbors.
? Tape your name to the bottom of your plate.
? Judging will begin promptly at 2PM and Spring Fling goers will be able to enjoy your entry starting at 2:30PM.

Best in Show Winners of the Chili Cook-Off and Dessert Bake-Off will each receive a trophy and bragging rights for the year! They will be asked to return their trophies next year where they will be passed to next year’s winners (or they can compete to win the title for another year!)

Help make Spring Fling fun!

Email us at JuniusHeightsHD@gmail.com if you plan to enter the Chili Cook-Off or Bake-Off contests, want to help with activities or set-up, or would like to donate to the event!

Thank you to our wonderful Spring Fling Partners & Sponsors!