đŸ¶Week of March 31, 2025

Car Show Highlights, New Park Name Revealed, and Meet Fern – Apollo's Pet of the Month!

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Amber Hill
March 31, 2025

Good Morning, Justin!

Hope you had a fantastic weekend! Before we dive into the exciting news this week, just a heads-up—tomorrow is April Fools' Day! So, be on the lookout for pranks, weird emails, and people trying to convince you they’ve won the lottery. Don’t fall for it! 😜

Speaking of fun, this past Saturday was awesome! There was a fantastic turnout for the car show and cruise in town, with some seriously cool rides hitting the streets. It was a great way to kick off the weekend!

Grab your caffeine of choice and tackle outdoor tasks before Wednesday's storms roll in.

THE DIGEST
Cruisin' for a Cause: Car Show and Timberbrook Park Naming

Car Show and Cruise March 2025

Car Show & Cruisin' in Justin – Saturday Fun for a Great Cause

This Saturday, car enthusiasts and the Justin community gathered for a Car Show and Cruisin' in Justin event. With a dazzling array of classic and custom cars on display, it was a dream day for anyone who appreciates horsepower and craftsmanship. From sleek sports cars to timeless classics, there was something for everyone.

The event also featured carts cruising through the streets of Justin, adding to the lively atmosphere and bringing the community together in support of Apollo. Whether you were admiring the cars or enjoying the cruise of carts, it was a great time for all ages, all for a good cause!

If you missed out Saturday, don’t worry—there will be another Cruisin' in Justin event this fall, so keep your eyes open for more information about the next event.

Peterson Park: Honoring Local History and Legacy in Timberbrook

The new park in Timberbrook will be named Peterson Park, honoring the Peterson family. Omas E. Wayne Peterson, a local property owner and community member who resides in "The Pyramid House" in Old Town, shared his family’s history during the city council meeting. The park site was once owned by his relatives, Walter Earnes Peterson and Rudolph Henderson Peterson, who had no heirs. The property was farmed until the Timberbrook project ended that era. To hear Omas’ speech, tune in at approximately 1:03 of the recorded meeting: City Council Meeting Video.

Working on Getting Another Mural Grant in Justin!

The city is working to fund another beautiful mural right here in town, and we are curious on your thoughts! Where would you like to see this mural? What should it include to best represent the spirit and history of Justin? Share your thoughts by completing this quick survey.

DO SOME GOOD JUSTIN

Fern

Apollo’s Pet of the Month: Meet Fern!

This month, we’re excited to introduce Fern, a happy and adaptable dog who's ready to fit right into your life! Born in December 2018, Fern is an affectionate girl who loves playing and socializing, but she’s also content to cuddle up and relax by your side. She’s crate-trained, eager to please, and would make the perfect companion for both adventurous walks and cozy nights in.

If you’re looking for a loving, loyal friend, Fern might just be your perfect match. Whether you're active or prefer quiet moments, Fern’s loving nature will make her a great addition to your home.

Interested in adopting?
Text us at 817-658-9738 for a link to our Pre-application or simply copy and paste this link into your browser:
https://form.jotform.us/asr628/ShortAdoptionInquiry

Adoption includes:

  • Age-appropriate vaccinations

  • Up-to-date on heartworm and flea/tick prevention

  • Heartworm test and tick disease testing (if over 6 months)

  • 24Petwatch microchip with registration

  • Fecal analysis and health check before adoption

  • Spayed or neutered (if not already, a voucher is provided)

  • All puppy vaccines if adopting a puppy

Meet Fern today and discover the joy she can bring to your life!

Drop-Off for Aluminum Cans and Scrap Metal:

In addition to finding your new best friend, Apollo also provides a drop-off location for rinsed aluminum cans and scrap metal! You can help support the cause and keep Justin clean by dropping off your donations 7 days a week at 1170 Dove Hill Rd, Justin, TX. Simply head over to the large red metal dumpster – your recycling efforts make a difference!

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

EVENTS
April Happenings

📅Tuesday~ April 1

April Fools Day

Bingo

  • When: 6:30-7:30PM

  • Where: Hilltop Truck Park

📅Wednesday~ April 2

Autism Awareness Day

Justin Area Ladies Coffee Chat

  • When: 11:30AM-1PM

  • Where: Higher Grounds

  • When: 7:00 PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing 16230 Three Wide Dr

📅Thursday~ April 3

  • When: 8-9AM

  • Where: Mule Barn

Ladies’ Night at Ace Hardware

  • When: 6-8PM

  • Where: Ace Hardware

📅Friday~ April 4

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

  • When: 6-8:00 AM

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

  • When: 7PM

  • Where: 50 West Krum

  • When: 9PM

  • Where: Mule Barn

📅Saturday~ April 5

Kahwa Coffee Justin & Auto Revival Cars & Coffee
Bring your class car, hotrod, sports car to Kahwa and enjoy half priced coffee based drinks, spritzers, lemonades

  • When: 7:30-9:30AM

  • Where: Kahwa Coffee

  • When: 8AM-12PM

  • Where: Texas Motor Speedway

  • When: 8AM-12PM

  • Where: City Hall

  • When: 9-11PM

  • Where: Mule Barn

  • When: 7-10PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing

📅Sunday~ April 6

Bartonville Farmer’s Market

  • When: 10AM-2PM

  • Where: 96 McMakin Rd

  • When 10AM-12PM

  • Where: 500 S Oak St Roanoke

Justin Area Moms Chat

  • When: 12-1PM

  • Where: Higher Grounds

📅Upcoming Events (see our online calendar)

March 29/April 19~ Photos with the Easter Bunny
April 12~ Justin Business Association Market Day
April 12~ 1911 Beef Grand Opening
April 12-13~ Falcon Ridge Community Garage Sale
April 13-14~ NAS JRB Fort Worth Air Show
April 15~ Tax Day
April 19~ The Justin Community Egg Hunt
April 20~ Easter Sunday
April 22~ Earth Day
April 24~ The Academy Timberbrook Open House
April 26~ Timberbrook Garage Sale
April 26~ Justin Fun Day
April 27~ Lantana Touch a Truck

LOCAL HISTORY
Honoring the Peterson Family: The Story Behind Justin's New Park Coming Soon to the Timberbrook Area

This week, it was announced that the new park in Justin will be named in honor of the Peterson family. The Petersons have deep roots in the area, with part of the family immigrating from Sweden to America in 1867, followed by the rest in 1869. They settled in Denton County, where Andrew Peterson helped support the construction of the train tracks from Fort Worth to St. Louis, eventually settling in Elizabethtown.

August Peterson, along with his wife Christina and daughters Alvena and Mary, settled in Justin. Meanwhile, Fred Peterson, known as the "Horse King of North Texas," owned 1,400 acres east of the railroad, where he raised 350 horses, five breeding stallions, and three jacks.

The Peterson family played an important role in the history of Justin and Denton County, including the land where the new park will be located.

Information collected from The Justin Story written by Grace Parr.

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