For Oak Cliff

🎵 Literacy Saturdays is back!

Join us THIS Saturday, May 30 from 10AM–12PM for a fun-filled morning featuring Little Beats by Oh Gosh Kids Texas featuring music, movement, storytime, free resources, and Pre-K enrollment support for families with children ages 0–5!

📍907 E. Ledbetter Dr. Dallas, TX 75216

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDxXB53cwNx4A-YmoNS1BF25wMm7jhL5DNjR9Rce7446ehzg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawRF_B9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBS0YzNFZ2Z1cwQ05zWlc1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHljJYoW2lw-JghIBuz6obU7CXyxsjdXHzNVzbriQgD-8V9DcOiHiP-3e4m3m_aem_13vuawk5zK_maUdz_qTezg

Join us as we come together to add color, creativity, and community to the walls of our Community Campus!

Whether you're an experienced artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, this is an opportunity to leave your mark on a community-driven mural that celebrates the spirit of Oak Cliff. No painting experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to create alongside your neighbors.

🎨 Community Mural Painting Days
📅 Thursday, June 4 & Saturday, June 27
📍907 E. Ledbetter Dr. Dallas, TX 75216

Together, we're creating a space that reflects the beauty, pride, and creativity of our community.

Register here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/communityartsdfw/2187575?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnshKSWHErObBVhQLA7UXx-UBBwAQ3REZIDU_mlubRz36fUiehJAnbjJkxGeQ_aem_9nsaXZUN3Kes5AHBr62kCw

This project is made possible through the support of 's Arts Activate program.

Hey Parents of Little Ones (Ages 0–3) 💛

Swipe to discover how you can elevate your child's growth!

LENA Start is an evidence-based program that helps families strengthen early brain development by increasing back-and-forth conversations with your children during the first five years of life. Through 10 weekly sessions, you'll use LENA’s “talk pedometer” technology to better understand your child’s language environment while learning simple, research-based strategies to increase meaningful conversation at home.

Through our LENA program, you’ll receive fun tools, encouragement, and support to help boost your child’s early language development and set them up for success in school and beyond.

If you have a child ages 0–3, this is for YOU! 👶🏾✨

SIGN UP TODAY AT foroakcliff.org/lena or share with a family with a baby 0-36 months old!

🏀 FOC Community Update!

Our indoor gym is now open for Open Rec Hours Monday–Thursday from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at For Oak Cliff (907 E. Ledbetter Dr. Dallas, TX 75216).

Please note:

- Clear backpacks are mandatory
- Age 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Anyone 18+ must bring a valid ID to enter

Pull up and stay active!

🎉 Pull Up to the Oak Cliff Juneteenth Festival at Halperin Park!

This year hits different as we celebrate Juneteenth at the brand-new Halperin Park in our beloved Oak Cliff. We’re excited to partner with Halperin Park, Oak Cliff Veggie Project, Dallas Parks and Rec, and Tenth Street Historic District for the very first time to bring our community together for a day full of culture, connection, and celebration! ✨

You can expect:

• Live DJ & Music 🎶

• Food Trucks & Local Vendors 🍔 (All food available for purchase)

• Splash Zone & Playground Fun 💦

• Community Karaoke & Trivia

• Learn the History of the Historic Tenth Street District ✊🏾

• Farmers Market curated by Oak Cliff Veggie Project 🥬🍅

• Fun for the Whole Family 🎨

📍 Saturday, June 20th, 11am - 3pm
📌 Halperin Park (Bridge Park over I-35E, 626 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203)

🎟️ FREE & open to all

75216 has the highest incarceration rate in Texas. But from 2019–2022, incarceration dropped by 21%.

That’s proof that change is possible however there’s still work to do.

At For Oak Cliff, we’re committed to building real solutions in partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice we are equipping families with the knowledge and tools to support their loved ones.

Join us for the TDCJ Summit on Saturday, May 16th from 9AM - 3PM. 907 E. Ledbetter Dr. Dallas, TX 75216

Hear directly from TDCJ representatives, ask questions, and learn how to navigate the system with confidence.

🕘 9:00 AM – Doors Open
🕤 9:30 AM – Welcome
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM – Parole Overview
🕦 11:15 AM–12:00 PM – New Individualized Treatment Plan
🕐 1:00–2:00 PM – Classification & Inmate Transportation

This is about access, understanding, and advocacy. Show up for your loved ones and neighbors!

DO YOU HAVE KIDS 0-5? READ BELOW!

We are building strong readers, one story at a time.

Join us THIS Saturday, April 11th for a fun and interactive story time designed to help your child build early literacy skills and prepare for kindergarten success!

You and you kids will:
-Enjoy engaging read-alouds
-Learn simple ways to support learning at home
-Receive free books and resources
-Connect to programs like Pre-K and LENA.

FREE SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDxXB53cwNx4A-YmoNS1BF25wMm7jhL5DNjR9Rce7446ehzg/viewform