Many Harvest homeowners are involved with an organization called Safe Families for Children. This organization offers a sanctuary to thousands of children.
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New Amenities Coming to Harvest
We are excited about the new amenities that are coming to Harvest! Check it out!
Read MoreSocial Media 101
Did you know that 3 out of 4 Americans use social media sites? It is how people communicate, engage, and connect with others. Understanding social media not only benefits you professionally, but also as a parent. Children are using social media everyday. As a parent, you can't monitor their social media usage if you don't understand the tools and lingo.
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What's Growing?
Did you know that we are growing broccoli, swiss chard, white turnips, sugar peas, white onions, and black kale in the garden by the Farmhouse?
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Harvest Moves: Why I Do Martial Arts
A few months ago I knew I needed to get moving. I had regained the almost 40 lbs. I had lost last year, and I was ready to bite the bullet and get back on the wagon.
Read MoreNational Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live.
This year, we partnered with the Northlake Police Department to promote National Night Out. As we continue to grow, we will look to host our own National Night Out event. Harvest residents are already mobilized and have formed a Neighborhood Watch Group in coordination with the Northlake Police. Together we are working to keep Harvest a safe community.
Check out pictures from this year's National Night Out where several Harvest families attended!
What is a Neighborhood Watch Program and How Does It Work?
The National Crime Prevention Council describes a neighborhood watch program as one of the oldest and most effective crime prevention programs in the county, bringing citizens together with local law enforcement to deter crime and make communities safer.
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Rock the Block!
Block or Street parties are great opportunities for neighbors to get together, meet each other, and build friendships. Street parties also help increase that sense of belonging to a community—something that we strive for at Harvest.
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Why Donate Produce to the North Texas Food Bank?
By Whitney Strauss, Sr. Manager of Corporate Engagement, North Texas Food Bank
Fruits and vegetables are often the most neglected foods in the general public's diet. They are especially important for those that are food insecure and do not have access to fresh produce. Providing fresh produce shows that one cares about the health of those receiving food. All quality produce is welcome! Great produce to donate are the same types of produce with a decent shelf life (root vegetables, citrus and melons). Additional variety (berries, etc.) are also needed and bring needed nutritional value.
9/11: A White House Story
I was a young 22 year old from New Orleans who got an opportunity of a lifetime, a White House Internship for the Fall of 2001.
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Harvest Summer Reading Program
As the summer is coming to a close, we asked our summer readers to share their experience in the Harvest Summer Reading Program.
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Hello from Jackson Hole, Wyoming!
What I miss most about Harvest are the kids. They would always come to the Farmhouse and ask if I could come out and play. I also LOVED when the Watson’s or Kleehammer’s would stop by and take me out for a walk!
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A Message From The Chief
My name is Robert Crawford, I am the Chief of Police for the Town of Northlake. The Northlake Police Department provides police services to the community of Harvest.
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North Texas Food Bank Gardens at Harvest
Homeowners Renee and Kasie serve as garden captains who help inform and engage the Harvest NTFB Volunteer team as well as other homeowners on the garden (e.g., watering, planting, harvesting).
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Fall Planting with Rocky Tassione
Can you believe fall is almost here?! It’s time to start transitioning your garden from summer to fall, are you ready? Rocky will be working with Harvest homeowners over the next few weeks to help prepare garden plots for the fall.
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Wes Tucker, 11 years old
My Time Moving, by Wes Tucker
Hi! I’m Wes Tucker and I am 11 years old. I just moved into Harvest. Let me tell you about my move.
It all started out in November when my father got a new job that moved us from St. Louis, Missouri to this wonderful place that is TEXAS. I was excited when I found out because my sister and I were born in Grapevine.
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Gardening By The Moon: Container Plantings Ideas
Dr. Moon uses container plantings to add color in a more controlled setting. Container plantings can add interest and color throughout the year.
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Harvest Bike Rodeo
Did you know that more children ages 5 to 14 are seen in emergency rooms for injuries related to biking than any other sport? Or that helmets can reduce the risk of sever brain injuries by 88% yet only 45% of children 14 and under usually wear a helmet? We partnered with the Northlake Police Department to host a Bike Rodeo for the Harvest kids to help keep them safe this summer.
Read MoreHomemade Household Cleaner Basics
by mjarvis on Friday, April 17, 2015 1:00
The “green” label gets thrown around a lot these days, and while there aren’t specific criteria that qualify a product as green, the majority of products claim to be biodegradable, chlorine and phosphate free with ingredients derived from natural, renewable resources.
We’re a health-minded bunch here at Harvest LiveSmart, and while it’s always best to do some research before you purchase any cleaning product, we also like to know that the products we use are family- and environment- friendly. This great infographic from Brightnest shows how you can make three basic household cleaners with ingredients you already have at home!
Keeping the Kids Active & Entertained Around DFW
by mjarvis on Friday, April 24, 2015 9:00 AM
Summer is upon us, and that means it’s time to get the family together to enjoy some of the best activities that Dallas/Fort Worth has to offer. At Harvest, we know the importance of staying active, getting outside and exploring new places, which is why we’ve rounded up some of the best events, exhibits and games taking place around town this summer. Whether it’s taking in a summer night at the Dallas Arboretum or soaring with the Denton Airshow, there’s definitely something for everyone!
March 21- October 4
Baseball: America’s Presidents, America’s Pastime | George W. Bush Presidential Center | http://bit.ly/1JVJOrh
April 1- September 7
Giants of the Jurassic | Dallas Zoo | http://bit.ly/1HMiuMo
May 16-August 30
Summer at the Arboretum | Dallas Arboretum | http://bit.ly/1KpukJU
June 13
Texas Blueberry Festival | Nacogdoches, Texas | http://bit.ly/1POj2pB
June 20
Denton Air Fair and Airshow | Denton Airport | http://bit.ly/1QaNFjM
Ongoing
Urban Adventure Scavenger Hunts | Downtown Dallas, Fort Worth and Fort Worth Stock Yards | http://bit.ly/1LKve4M
Summer schedules can also get a little hectic, with camps, family trips and more, which is why we also think there’s no better way to spend a summer day (or night!) with family and friends than at a baseball game. Click to find the schedules for the Texas Rangers or Frisco Rough Riders!