🦃November 4, 2024

Turkey Trot Details, Upcoming Local Businesses, and a glimpse into Justin's Educational Journey

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Amber Hill
November 04, 2024

Hello, fabulous Justin readers! As we close the door on Halloween's spooktacular surprises, it’s time to welcome the cozy vibes of fall! Get ready to trot into turkey season, discover exciting new businesses, and catch up on all the hometown happenings. Let’s jump in and make this a November to remember!

THE DIGEST
Get Ready to Give: Gifts, Gobbles, and Good Deeds!

Stepping into November: Celebrations and Turkey Trots Ahead!

As we close the door on Halloween, November is bursting with celebrations! If you’re looking to get active around the holiday feasting, here are some turkey trots you might want to sign up for before they fill up:

Get ready to lace up those running shoes and enjoy some festive fun!

Calling All Local Business Owners!

We’re compiling a list of local businesses for our upcoming gift-giving edition! This is a great opportunity to showcase your offerings and encourage our community to shop local this holiday season.

If you’d like to be included, please complete the form or email us at [email protected]. Let’s work together to make this holiday season special!

Every year NISD opens a virtual angel tree to help provide gifts for children during the holiday season. There are more than 1,900 “angels” for community members to support by providing gifts.

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LOCAL BUSINESS
Upcoming Events and Announcements

Coming Soon:

Now Open:

  • Pickle-ball Court
    Get ready for some fun at the new Pickle-ball court in Lantana!

  • Cactus Canyon (soft grand opening)
    Cactus Canyon in Argyle officially opened on October 29, 2024! Owned by Marty Bryan of Marty B’s Ventures, this new spot adds to an impressive collection of establishments, including:

    • Marty B’s Coffee Co.

    • Marty B’s Ice Cream

    • Marty B’s To-Go

    • Branded Bowls

    • The Reserve at Marty B’s (a wedding venue)

    Additionally, Marty is a co-owner of 1845 Taste Texas and Rustico Wood Fired Grill and Wine Bar in Flower Mound. Be sure to check out these fantastic dining options!

Now Hiring: Library Clerk

  • Job Title: Library Assistant

  • Department/Division: Library

  • Reports To: Library Director

  • Status: Non-Exempt

  • Pay Range: $15.60 - $22.43

For more details and to apply, visit the Library Clerk Job Listing.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. Just fun info we wanted to share.

EVENTS
November Hometown Happenings

📅Monday~ November 4

No School for NISD students and staff

  • When: 6PM

  • Where: Overton Ridge Park 1509 Roanoke Rd, Keller

📅Tuesday~ November 5

No school for NISD students and staff

  • When: 8-9AM

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St

📅Wednesday~ November 6

Keenagers 55+ Lunch and Games

  • When: 9:30AM-12PM

  • Where: City of Justin 415 N College Ave Justin

  • When: 10:30AM-12:30PM

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St

  • When: 3:30-4:30PM

  • Where: 856 TX-114 #200, Roanoke

  • When: 7 PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing 16230 Three Wide Dr

📅Thursday~ November 7

City of Justin Neighborhood Town Hall
Old Town and Meadowlands residents

  • When: 6-7PM

  • Where: The Abbey 116 N Jackson Ave

📅Friday~ November 8

Breakfast with the Mayor
Join the mayor for small talk and breakfast every Friday morning.

  • When: 6-8 AM

  • Where: Lonesome Spur Cafe 218 S FM 156, Justin

  • When: Fri-Sun 8AM-1PM

  • Where: Hardeman Blvd

  • When: 7-10PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing

  • When: 6PM

  • Where: Mule Barn 218 S FM 156

📅Saturday~ November 9

  • When: 9AM-5PM

  • Where: 2601 Lakeside Pkwy #150, Flower Mound

  • When: 10AM-3PM

  • Where: Tanger Outlet 15853 North Freeway Fort Worth

Live Music~ Shea Abshire Band & Ryan Wilcox Band
Purchase tickets in advance for $15 or at the door if available $20

  • When: Doors open at 6PM, show at 9PM

  • Where: Mule Barn 218 S Hwy 156

See our Hometown Happening Calendar for Future Events

LOCAL HISTORY
From Historic Roots to Modern Challenges: The Journey of Education in Justin

Photo provided by Mary Emma Tate Library

In the early days of Justin's growth, the community recognized the need for educational facilities for local children. In August 1902, the townsfolk voted to close the small early settlers' schools and unite to create the first Justin school. Subsequently, on November 1, 1902, they approved a significant bond of $2,000 to finance this new school.

While it remains uncertain whether the original school was ever built, Penington College emerged in 1905 as a preparatory school and high school, serving the community until 1913 when a more modern school was established. Today, Penington College still stands as part of The Abbey.

Fast forward to the present day, and school systems continue to face challenges in meeting the financial burdens of providing quality education. The upcoming VATRE proposal for 2024 aims to address some of these needs, and community members are encouraged to learn more about it here.

For more information about this historic venue, visit The Abbey.

Citation: The Dallas Morning News, November 4, 1902, p. 12.