Hit the pavement …
… to help raise funds for Boson Marathon victims. The Second Annual Fair Park 5k Urban Dash begins on Saturday, June 1, starting at 7 p.m. The group’s primary beneficiary is the historical grounds of Fair Park and the Cotton Bowl, but this year it will also include an inspired commitment to honor and raise funds for the Boston Marathon victims. The obstacle-course run will include balance beams, wall climb, band shell, hurdles, cattle panels, the unique dumpster dive, train tracks, tractor trailer crawl, fountains, tires and junk car areas. For more information, visit fairparkurbandash.com or contact Jason Bradberry at 214.426.3400, jason@fairpark.org. Entry fee is $50.
See a mini masterpiece …
… to raise funds for East Dallas community schools. Dallas Cityscape, an exhibit built out of toy bricks and building elements, which includes a spectacular re-creation of the Dallas skyline and other landmarks of the city, is available starting June 29, on Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. It’s a great exhibit for children, families and anyone who loves design. It also includes a kid’s construction zone to inspire guests to build their own creations. The exhibit is at the Dallas Galleria, Level 1 across from Grand Lux Café, 13350 Dallas Parkway. See dallascityscape.com for more. Entrance fee is $5 for ages 2 and up.
Pull out your grandma’s cookbook …
… to benefit the new Promise of Peace garden. POP is hosting the Okra Palooza, a contest on June 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Professional and amateurs alike will face for the best okra recipes. There will be raffle prizes donated by Greenling and Hotel Palomar, and Grammy-nominated Russ Hewitt will play at the event. Funds will go toward the new Promise of Peace garden in Little Forest Hills. The event will be held at The LOT, 7530 E. Grand. For more info, go to promiseofpeace.us, or call 214.240.9220. Tickets are $35. (read more on Promise of Peace garden)
Know of ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.
