The Justin Journal Week of July 29

Local Olympic Spirit, Justin Depot, and Getting Ready for Back to school

Author

Amber Hill
July 29, 2024

Good Morning, Justin!

We're kicking off the week with a celebration of the Olympics, featuring local ways to get involved and experience the excitement right here at home. From archery and swimming to table tennis and boxing, there’s something for everyone. As we gear up for back-to-school season, don’t forget to check out the upcoming "Meet the Teacher" nights and take advantage of tax-free weekend for all your school shopping needs. Plus, we’ve got a special call-out to our local authors in honor of Buy a Book Day. Dive into this edition for all the details on these events and more fun things to do this week.

THE DIGEST
Summer Olympics Began Friday 7/26/24

It’s great to see local athletes from Texas representing the US in the Summer Olympics! Here's a quick rundown of the participants from your area:

Austen Smith (Keller): Competing in shooting.
Sam Watson (Southlake): Competing in sport climbing.
Vincent Hancock (Argyle): Competing in skeet.
Eva Alexander (Denton): Competing in karate.

Wishing them all the best in their events!

LOCAL BUSINESS
Hometown Olympic Type Sports

Watching the Olympics can be thrilling, but why not take the excitement a step further and try some of these sports yourself or bring the games to your kids? Check out these nearby opportunities to experience Olympic-style events in our community:

Special Olympics Texas North Region will be hosting the Special Olympics Swimming Competition on September 7 at NISD’s Aquatic Center. This event is free to attend and offers a wonderful opportunity to get involved. Volunteers are always welcome and play a crucial role in supporting the athletes and ensuring the event runs smoothly. Whether you're looking to watch or volunteer, this event is a great way to experience the spirit of the Olympics right here at home.

Archery🏹🎯

Swimming/Diving🏊🏼

  • NISD Aquatic Center
    Location:1976 Texan Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76247
    (Also, don’t miss the Special Olympics Texas North Region Swimming Competition on September7!)

Volleyball 🏐

  • NISD Schools
    Various locations, check with your local NISD school for community and youth volleyball opportunities.

Boxing 🥊

Table Tennis 🏓

Wrestling🤼‍♂️

Let us know what your family is doing to get involved in sports, and how you’re keeping the Olympic spirit alive locally!

EVENTS

Ending July Strong with Local Events

Monday~ July 29

AMC Summer Movie Camp for Kids
Migration: $3.00 tickets

  • Time: 11:00am or 2:00pm

  • Location: AMC Highland Village 12 and Grapevine Mills

Wednesday~July 31

AMC Summer Movie Camp for Kids
Migration: $3.00 tickets

  • Time: 11:00am or 2:00pm

  • Location: AMC Highland Village 12 and Grapevine Mills

Hilltop Truck Park Bingo Night
A little Bingo fun with $1 cards and prizes for the first two rounds.

  • Time: 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm

  • Location: 8150 Thompson Rd Northlake TX

Thursday~August 1

  • Time: 6:00PM -8:00PM

  • Location:

Friday~ August 2

Pre-K and Kinder Camp
Elementary schools in NISD are inviting students who are entering pre-K and kindergarten to prepare them for the first time experience at school.

Saturday~August 3

  • Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM

  • Location: All local Home Depots; click the link above for more details

  • Time: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM

  • Location:

Upcoming events you may want to know about before the next edition:

August 6~Middle School Welcome Night
August 12~ Elementary Meet the Teacher Night
August 9-12~ Tax free weekend

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LOCAL HISTORY
Justin Depot

Correction and Update: History of the Justin Depot

We'd like to correct the link provided in our last newsletter. For information on some of the remaining portions of the depot, please visit: Texas Compound.

About the Justin Depot

The Justin Depot, constructed in 1912, served the community until its demolition in 1986. Originally, the depot was painted in an old mineral red color with green trim, reminiscent of "The Feed Station" reconstruction. In the 1920s, the corporate paint scheme changed to yellow with green trim. By the 1950s, the trim was also painted yellow, unifying the color scheme.

The depot's siding was made of cypress wood, which still exists today at the location mentioned. Besides the main building, the site once featured several other structures, including three water closets, stock pens, and a well—though these are no longer present.

We have pictures of the depot's interior from 1985, just before it was demolished, along with additional documentation and blueprints available on our TheJustinJournalNews Instagram page.

SCHOOL NEWS
Back to School: Meet the Teacher & Tax Free Weekend

As summer winds down, it's time to get ready for the new school year! Next week kicks off the "Meet the Teacher" and "Welcome Back" nights for students in our community. Be sure to visit the NISD website for school supply lists and details about back-to-school events.

Elementary School

  • Date: August 12

  • Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Middle School

  • Date: August 6

  • Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

High School

  • Dates: August 8 and August 12

Additionally, check the site for bus route information to plan your child's transportation.

Tax-Free Weekend is coming up on August 9-11, a perfect time to stock up on school supplies, clothing, and other essentials without paying sales tax.

While you're out shopping, consider supporting a local teacher. We've compiled a list of Amazon wish lists from local educators to help them get their classrooms ready. You can find it here.

Let's make this school year a great one!

FINAL THOUGHTS
Calling All Local Authors!📖✍🏼

In celebration of Buy a Book Day on September 7th, we’re excited to feature local authors in The Justin Journal! If you’re an author from our community, we’d love to showcase your work. Please send us:

  • A small picture and summary of your book

  • A brief bio about yourself

  • Information on how your book can be purchased

Send your submissions by August 23, 2024, to be included in our special feature. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your literary talent with our readers and support local authors!

Tell Us What You Think

We always love hearing from our readers! Do you have upcoming events, positive stories, or interesting bits of Justin history you'd like to share? Let us know, and you might see it featured in a future edition of The Justin Journal. Your input helps us keep the community connected and informed.

Send your stories and ideas to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!