4th of July
Parade and Picnic
Meet at Triangle Park at 9:30 AM to Start the Parade
Celebrate Independence Day with Style and Spirit at our Annual Fourth of July Parade and Picnic!
Dress in your best red, white, and blue and join us for a festive day filled with fun, food, and freedom cheers! Our beloved Fourth of July parade will start with a gathering at 9:30 AM at Triangle Park, at the corner of Dorothy Louise and West Beverly Mae. With local police and firefighters leading the way (emergency calls permitting), we’ll make a spirited lap around the neighborhood. Whether you march, ride, roll, drive, or jog, come flaunt your patriotic spirit!
Contest Alert: Get creative and deck out yourself, your pet, your car, bike, or float. A prize will be awarded for the Best Decorated (human, pet, car, bike, etc)—so let your imagination fly!
Post-parade, we’ll convene at the new DEERC building at 6802 Dorothy Louise Drive for an all-American picnic. We’ll serve up hot dogs, watermelon, and other Fourth of July favorites. DENA is thrilled to provide food and drinks, and we invite you to bring your favorite dessert to share. It’s a perfect opportunity to showcase your baking skills or introduce neighbors to a sweet treat you love!
Let’s make this Fourth of July memorable with laughter, community, and celebration. See you there in your patriotic best!
Get ready to indulge in our mouthwatering BBQ plates, each generously loaded with the smoky goodness of Southern-style barbecue. Each plate is a feast of flavors, featuring tender chicken leg quarters, succulent brisket, and spicy beef sausage, all expertly smoked to perfection. Complementing these hearty meats are our creamy potato salad and rich, savory beans, each adding a delightful contrast and depth to your meal. This is more than just food; it’s a plateful of tradition and celebration. Reserve your BBQ plate today and savor the taste of a holiday well spent!
We’re excited to invite you to participate in a special Memorial Day BBQ Fundraiser, hosted by your Dreamhill Estates Neighborhood Association, to benefit the Dreamhill Estates Education Resource Center (DEERC). This festive fundraiser will take place on Monday, May 27, 2024, and promises a delicious, hassle-free holiday meal for you and your family.
How it Works! Pre-Order as many plates (Only $7.50 each) as you like using the form below and then pick them up starting at 11:00AM on Monday, May, 27th and your family can enjoy a wonderful holiday BBQ lunch without the hassle spending the holiday in the kitchen!
How do you take advantage of this amazing offer, you ask?
Simple, use the form below to reserve your plates ahead of time. We will send you an email with options on how to pay(either online or at time of pickup). Then just swing by the DEERC Building to pick up your delicious, mouth watering plates of specially prepared BBQ dinners.
Please place your order by 11:00PM on Wednesday, May 22.
Pre-orders are now closed. If you come by the DEERC Building between 1:00pm -2:00pm, any additional plates will be made available for $9.00 on a first come, first served basis.
Why Spend Memorial Day in the Kitchen? Imagine a Memorial Day where you can relax and enjoy the company of friends and family, without the hassle of cooking and cleaning. For just $7.00 per plate (when reserved ahead of time), you can savor a mouth-watering BBQ plate loaded with sausage, chicken, beans, and potato salad. Walk-ins are welcome too at $9.00 per plate, available on a first-come, first-served basis while availability lasts.
Location & Time: Pick up your plates at the DEERC Building starting at 11:00 AM and make this Memorial Day one to remember!
Support Your Community All proceeds from the BBQ fundraiser will go directly towards supporting the DEERC. By joining us, you’re not just enjoying a day off; you’re also contributing to educational programs and maintenance of our community building.
Reserve Your BBQ Plate Today! Don’t miss out on a delicious meal and the chance to support a great cause. Reserve your plate today to take advantage of the special pre-order price and ensure you don’t miss out due to limited availability.
Thank you for supporting the Dreamhill Estates Education Resource Center. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating together!
Join us for a delightful morning of crafting and camaraderie at the upcoming Dreamhill Estates Ladies’ Coffee!
COFFEE AND CRAFTING
Ladies’ Coffee
Saturday, April 27th
9:00 AM
DEERC BUILDING 6802 DLD
This Saturday, we’re transforming our usual coffee gathering into a creative workshop where you can unleash your inner artist. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or eager to try something new, this event promises fun, laughter, and learning for all.
Are you curious about the magic of Cricut machines? Have you ever wanted to design and create personalized decor or gifts? This is your chance! We’ll have a Cricut cutting machine on hand, and we especially invite those who have mastered this wonderful tool to share their skills. If you’re a Cricut pro, come help guide your friends through the fun intricacies of cutting and crafting like a designer.
But it’s not just about crafting—expect to indulge in good food and sip on piping hot coffee as you chat and create. The morning’s project involves crafting new signs for our upcoming neighborhood events, adding a personal touch that truly represents our community.
So, bring your creativity, your love for coffee, and your enthusiasm for DIY projects. It’s more than just a coffee date—it’s a chance to connect, create, and contribute to our neighborhood’s vibrant spirit. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to learn something new, meet fellow craft enthusiasts, and have a fantastic time. See you there!
We have had reports of drones operating in the neighborhood close to people’s homes. In Texas, it is not illegal fly drones below 400 feet over private property as long as the drone remains in the operator’s line of sight, or is line of sight of someone in direct communication with the drone operator, as long as the operator’s intent is not “surveillance” or “spying”. As one can guess, it is fairly difficult to prove “intent”.
It is illegal to use means to “take down” or damage the drone flying over private property. Even though it is flying over your property, the drone is considered private property of its owner and the property owner could be held liable for damages to the drone.
Part of the problem is that federal law succeeds state or local law. In cases where the laws from various enties conflict, federal will win out over state and state will win out over municipal. The FAA claims jurisdiction over all air space and they state that you can operate anywhere below 400 feet.
Nevada passed a law that prohibits operating a drone below 250 feet over private property with the permission of the property owner. This seems to be a great compromise and doesn’t seem to conflict with the FAA control of everything above 400 feet.
So what are our options? Remember that we are neighbors first. It’s easy to treat neighbors as we would like to be treated, though we are all guilty of forgetting that sometimes.
As property owners ouwselves, more importantly as neighbors, let’s remember to be respectful of our neighbors privacy. If your neighbor has a large, treeless lot that you would like to use for UAV flying practice, simply ask permission. If they say no, you can always avail yourself of one of the several parks in our area that do allow drone flight.
If someone is operating an unwelcomed drone over your property, you can contact the San Antonio Police Department’s Non-emergency number at 210-207-7273 or the Prue Road Station at (210) 207-7425 and report the incident. Right now, there is little they will do other than ask the person not to fly the drone over your property. But, as one SAPD office said to a recent complainant, “If you don’t report it, then it didn’t happen.”
So let your representative know what you want. If we want laws that better protect property owner rights, then we need to report incidents when they occur. You can also call your city, state and federal representatives. The more they hear about issues, the more likely they are to take action.
Additional Drone Resources
There is a lot of conflicting information out there, especially on social media sites like Nextdoor. Here are some official sites that will help get you started if you want to do a deep dive on this subject and learn what is allowed and what is prohibited.
The City of San Antonio
It appears, according to several unofficial sites, that drones are allowed in city parks, as the city has yet to prohibited operationing UAVs in its parks and the airspace, up to 400 feet, is Class G (Uncontrolled) and it is designated as a public space. When operation our UAVs in a public space remember to be considerate of others who are enjoying the space and be mindful of safety considerations, especially around the elderly or children who may not be able to move swiftly to avaoid contact with the drone.
