A thrifty, versatile way to garden is to create a straw bale garden. It’s inexpensive and you can put it anywhere since no soil is required.
Read MoreWho Doesn't Like Saving Money?
Did you know you can save both money and water just by taking a little time to manage your irrigation system?
Read More#HarvestBacksTheBlue
On July 7, Dallas police officers were ambushed, five officers were killed and nine others injured. Harvest was saddened by the attacks and mourned the deaths of Officer Patrick Zamarripa, Officer Michael Krol, Officer Lorne Ahrens, and Officer Mike Smith. To honor and remember those lives and to show support for our local police officers, Harvest hosted a “Back The Blue” event at the Farmhouse on Friday, July 15, 2016. Mayor Peter Dewing, Northlake Police Chief Robert Crawford, and Hillwood Communities President Fred Balda, joined more than 150 homeowners for the event. The evening was filled with remarks, a moment of silence, TAPS, and wonderful conversations with the Northlake officers.
The sense of community is strong at Harvest. After the horrific events, homeowners gathered together to pray for those fallen officers, their families, and our city and country. Homeowners also spent time cutting 400 blue ribbons, making blue bows, and painting a banner. We had around 40 homeowners and children show up at the Farmhouse to get blue ribbons to tie on all of the Harvest mailboxes. All week, homeowners dropped off baked goods, meals, drinks, and cards for the Northlake Police. It was heartwarming to see the community come together.
We are proud supporters of the Northlake Police Department. We appreciate their bravery to put on the uniform each morning to protect our town. We realize the sacrifice they make as well as their families and we are thankful. #HarvestBacksTheBlue
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In celebration of Independence Day and the service of America’s veterans, Hillwood Communities, a Perot company, is announcing its partnership with builders, David Weekley and Highland Homes, and the non-profit organization Building Homes for Heroes to provide homes and family support for two wounded veterans.
Read MoreButterflies and Hummingbirds!
Imagine it is a clear Saturday morning and you have just set down in your comfortable back yard chaise to drink your coffee and look out over your backyard.
Read MoreHarvest Provides More Than 600 Meals!
We are proud to say that our "Hello to Summer Bash" collected 763 pounds of food, which translates to 636 meals to the NTFB!
Read MoreHarvest Garden Spotlight: Rose Patrick
Homeowner Rose Patrick has never grown anything before moving to Harvest. She was a little nervous about gardening as she doesn’t think she has a “green thumb.” Now that she has had her garden plot for a few months, we sat down with Rose to see how things are going…or should I say growing!
Read MoreA Ride Along with Northlake Police
I recently participated in the Ride Along Program with the Town of Northlake Police Department. As a ride along participant, I spent the day with an officer as a passenger to observe and learn about the challenges, risks, and rewards of the police officer’s role in the community.
Read MoreGardening is fun!
Gardening at Harvest is FUN!
Read MoreCancer is a Word, not a Sentence
My life changed forever the morning of September 10, 2014, when I was informed I had breast cancer.
Read MoreGardening By The Moon: Texas Two-Step Fire Ant Treatment
If you do not like cohabiting with Texas fire ants, now is the time for you to use the tried and true, Texas Two-Step. No, no, I am not referring to the dance...the ants will always win that.
Read MoreExplore The World With The University of North Texas
You have already demonstrated your love of learning; now take the quest for educational experiences beyond the classroom. Expand your knowledge as you travel with us to stimulating destinations. At Travel Learn, our goal is to provide a variety of excursions that are educationally, culturally and socially enriching.
Read MoreHarvest Sprouts and Junior Gardener Program
Need help getting your child to eat vegetables? You’re in luck! Research shows that kids tend to both try and eat more vegetables when they grow them themselves!
Read MoreIt's Not Your Grandmother's Wallpaper
Wallpaper, or wallcovering, is making a comeback!
Read MoreHarvest Kids Feed 350 People
At Harvest, we are raising up the next generation of philanthropists!
Read MoreRead All About It!
The Harvest Community Library is located on the side of the Farmhouse. It is managed by the community and will run on the honor code where you can take-a-book and leave-a-book. Please ensure that the book you leave is appropriate for children's eyes.
Read MoreGroundhog Day...What Did Punxsutawney Phil Predict?
The prediction is in....
Read More4 Reasons You Should Work With An Interior Designer
By Jennifer Manley
There are plenty of projects around your house that you'd rather leave up to the professionals. When it comes to installing a new roof, fixing your heater and mending that broken dishwasher, you're more than happy to hand over the reins to someone who's built a career out of home repairs.
In terms of interior decorating, however, many people choose to go the process alone instead of enlisting the help of a professional designer. But while you may be the only person who really knows your style, turning your decorating dreams into reality is easier said than done. If you're thinking about redecorating or decorating your home for the first time, click here for four reasons you should contact an interior decorator.
Great Job Harvest!
Harvest and its community farm lend itself to be a natural partner with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB). Our homeowners have given through canned food drives, produce from the community gardens, and cash donations.
In February 2015, Harvest had a total of 95 occupied homes. By the end of 2015, Harvest had a total of 230 occupied homes. We had a very busy year and are proud to say that in 2015 we have donated 2,570 meals! We couldn't have done this without the support of our homeowners.
Take a look at our Year-In-Review and see how you are helping end hunger in the DFW area!
Spring Planting Is Coming...
Spring is right around the corner....what will you plant?
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